LARKANA: The federal government has taken initiative to resolve the issues of unannounced load shedding and overloading in Larkana as a 132-KV grid station was upgraded by Sukkur Electric Power Company (SEPCO).

Following the directives of Prime Minister Imran Khan, the SEPCO officials have purchased two power transformers worth Rs140 million for ending the menace of power outages in Larkana city. After acquiring the new equipment, the 20-26 MVA power transformers have been upgraded to increase the electricity supplies from 132-KV grid station to Larkana.

A newly-acquired power transformer was inaugurated by the SEPCO project manager Manzoor Ali, whereas, the second transformer having the capacity of 31.5/40 MVA will be installed at Khosa grid station after the Eid-ul-Azha festival.