Officials said the new insulators are designed to safeguard transmission lines from moisture, dust and air pollution, which often cause sudden breakdowns in winter.
According to a LESCO spokesperson, the fog-type disc insulators will help cut down tripping incidents across both transmission and distribution networks. They said this improvement would reduce interruptions for consumers.
LESCO authorities added that uninterrupted installation of the new equipment will strengthen the system. They believe the steps taken now will ensure better electricity supply during foggy or smog-heavy weather.
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Officials said the aim is to make sure electricity transmission remains smooth even when visibility drops and moisture levels rise.
Earlier, the Lahore Electric Supply Company discontinued the instalment facility on current electricity bills as part of an intensified recovery drive targeting defaulting public and private departments.
Sources said that customers can now only seek instalments on previous arrears, while ongoing monthly bills will not qualify for any payment relaxation. Although NEPRA rules permit consumers to use instalments twice a year, LESCO has put this option on hold to speed up recoveries.
Officials noted that electricity connections are being cut for non-payment and will only be restored once all dues are cleared. The move reflects stricter enforcement as LESCO works to meet its recovery targets.
Energy experts say LESCO’s new insulators may reduce winter outages, but results will depend on consistent maintenance. They believe fewer trippings will ease pressure on the network during peak smog months. Specialists also note that stronger enforcement on bill recoveries shows LESCO’s growing urgency to improve financial stability. Overall, both steps point to a more disciplined approach toward system reliability.
