KARACHI, FEBRUARY 12, 2026: K-Electric (KE) staffers displayed remarkable bravery and helped save at least 25 individuals from the fire that enveloped the Index Palace Building under KE’s TIPU Sultan IBC jurisdiction.
KE teams responded promptly after the fire incident was notified, and the feeder supplying electricity to the affected area was isolated in line with the company’s safety protocols. This timely action was taken to eliminate any potential electrical hazard and to ensure the safety of residents and surrounding infrastructure.
Sadia Dada, Chief Distribution and Marcomms Officer at KE, said: “We know how to go above and beyond our mandate for the betterment and safety of Karachi and its people. I laud my staff that not only followed safety protocols but also helped save lives.”
In this particular situation, KE staffers also displayed remarkable bravery as the team extended support beyond their defined scope of work and participated in the rescue operation. The team successfully evacuated at least 25 individuals who were trapped inside the building. The rescue was carried out using the Mounted Truck Ladder (MTL), which ensured safe evacuation of individuals until the arrival of other emergency services.
The fire brigade soon reached the site and took over the operations.
About K-Electric:
K-Electric (KE) is a public listed company incorporated in Pakistan in 1913 as KESC. Privatized in 2005, KE is the only vertically integrated power utility in Pakistan supplying electricity to Karachi and its adjoining areas. The majority shares (66.4%) of the Company are owned by KES Power, a consortium of investors including Al-Jomaih Power Limited of Saudi Arabia, National Industries Group (Holding) of Kuwait, and KE Holdings (Formerly: Infrastructure and Growth Capital Fund or IGCF). The Government of Pakistan is also a shareholder (24.36%) in the Company while the remaining are listed as free float shares.