No power-cut during India-Pakistan match, orders Islamabad

Pakistan authorities on Saturday announced uninterrupted electricity supply for the high-voltage India-Pakistan Asia Cup cricket match.

The Ministry of Water and Power directed all power distribution companies that it should provide uninterrupted electricity supply for today's (Saturday) high-voltage match, reports Samaa.

According to the ministry, there will be no power outages anywhere in Pakistan from 6 p.m to 11.30 p.m.

The decision has been taken to facilitate cricket fans so that they could enjoy uninterrupted transmission of the match.

Millions of people are expected to tune in to watch the high-octane match, that will be played at Sher-e-Bangla stadium in Dhaka. - IANS