Uzbekistan’s Energy System Ensured Stable Supply to Population and Industries on 22 January

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The Ministry of Energy of Uzbekistan reported that consumers were provided with a stable supply of energy resources on 22 January 2026.

Dildora Khashimova, Head of the Public Relations Department, noted that power plants generated 270.7 million kWh of electricity, exceeding the planned target by 105%. Electricity supplied to consumers reached 244.6 million kWh, surpassing the plan by 101%.

Natural gas consumption amounted to 152.3 million cubic meters, including 1.7 million cubic meters supplied to gas stations for vehicles and public transport.

Production of liquefied gas totaled 2,300 tons, 109% above the planned volume. Of this, 1,900 tons were supplied to households and social facilities, while regional gas stations maintained a reserve of 6,500 tons.

Supplies of gasoline and diesel fuel remained sufficient to meet the needs of the economy and the population. In particular, 11,845 tons of gasoline and 15,788 tons of diesel fuel were supplied to the exchange, of which 4,678 tons of gasoline and 624 tons of diesel were sold. Additionally, 2,190 tons of liquefied gas were distributed to the market, with 2,128 tons sold.

The electricity system operated under reinforced 24-hour monitoring. Emergency teams addressed 14 faults in electrical installations and three in gas supply systems.

Temporary power outages occurred in some areas due to adverse weather conditions or line failures. In several districts of Tashkent, Fergana, and other regions, electricity supply was restored in stages, with full recovery achieved by the end of the day and early morning of 23 January.

Gas supply disruptions were reported in Bektemir district, Navbahor mahalla (Chilonzor), and Kim Pen Hwa (Urta Chirchik) due to vehicle collisions with pipelines and fallen trees. All incidents were resolved within a few hours.

To ensure stable energy supply nationwide, 1,479 specialized teams comprising 7,596 employees were deployed to work around the clock.

The Ministry emphasized that systematic measures allow for reliable provision of electricity, gas, and fuel to households and economic sectors across the country.