by In a major development that will bring relief to millions of households across Pakistan, the government is expected to resume new Sui gas connections after a prolonged halt. Sources confirm that the Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) and Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) are preparing to reinitiate pending domestic gas connections—potentially benefiting more than 3.5 million applicants.
🚨 Why Were New Connections Delayed?
For the past few years, the government had halted new gas connections due to:
- Severe gas shortages, especially during winter
- Limited local gas production
- Rising dependence on expensive imported LNG
- Ongoing reforms in the gas sector
This pause led to a massive backlog of pending domestic, commercial, and industrial gas applications. Sui Gas New Connections
🔄 What’s Changing Now?
According to recent reports:
- The government has developed a new phase-wise strategy to address pending requests.
- Domestic users will be prioritized over commercial or industrial ones.
- Areas with existing infrastructure (pipelines and distribution systems) will be handled first.
- New gas allocation policies may also include LNG-based connections, depending on availability.
🏠 Who Will Benefit?
The first phase is expected to:
- Clear the backlog of around 3.5 million applications
- Prioritize low-income households and regions with severe winters
- Benefit areas that already have gas lines installed but were waiting on meters and activation
💬 Government’s Position
Ministry officials have emphasized that:
“The backlog of gas connections has become unmanageable. With improvements in supply and LNG imports, it is now possible to gradually restore services.”
Additionally, a review of gas tariffs and connection charges is also under consideration to ensure financial viability.
📌 What You Should Do
If you have a pending gas application:
- Stay in touch with your local Sui Gas office
- Ensure your documents and property verification are complete
- Follow announcements from SNGPL or SSGC’s official websites and helplines
🧾 Final Words
This long-awaited update marks a positive step toward energy access for the public. While the full rollout may take time, the government’s intention to resume connections offers hope for those waiting in limbo for years.
