How to report electricity theft in Pakistan anonymously
Every year in Pakistan, electricity worth 12.48 billion rupees is stolen, which is the result of avoiding bills of ordinary consumers.
If you see a lock installed in your area or any kind of tampering in the meter, you can help solve this issue by reporting it anonymously.
In this guide, we will tell you through the methods of 2025 how you can report electricity bill theft while hiding your identity.
What is electricity theft? [Types of Electricity Theft]
There are 3 types of electricity theft are involved:
Frist: Slowing down or stopping the reading of the meter.
Second: Taking illegal supply by laying wire directly from the grid.
Third: Generating fewer bills by colluding with the lineman or employees.
All these thefts not only increase your bill but also have a bad impact on the country's economy, you must do complain to WAPDA complain number in 2025.
Why is it necessary to report anonymously?
Often people do not report electricity theft because they are afraid that the theft will reach them.
But in 2025, DISCOs have introduced whistleblower protection policies, in which your identity is kept completely anonymous.
So you can report without any fear.
Ways to Report Electricity Theft in 2025
Method 1: Online Complaint via DISCO Portals
- Go to the official website
- Click on “Report Anonymously” in the “Electricity Theft” section.
- Untick the “Share my details” checkbox.
- Fill the form and submit it. Save the tracking number.
Method 2: WhatsApp / Call
LESCO: Call 118 or message on WhatsApp:
“I want to report electricity theft anonymously in [Area Name]”
Method 3: SMS Service
Format: THEFT [Area Code]
Send: 8118
Example: THEFT LHR-102 → Send to 8118
What proof is required to report?
This helps to avoid fake reports. Proper proof is a must:
Photos: Blurry images of coiled wires (remove location metadata).
Videos: Record meter tampering. Upload anonymously on YouTube and share the link.
Tip: “It is better to record a close view of the meter and pole.” – Ali Raza, Ex-WAPDA Legal Officer
What happens after the report?
The anti-theft team of DISCO visits the site within 7–14 days.
How to confirm the action?
If sealed meters, new boxes or notice stickers are put up in the area, then it should be understood that action has been taken.
You can also check the status from the tracking ID.
Safety Tips & Risks
Never confront the thief in person.
It can be difficult to get a video of someone without knowing him.
Use VPN while reporting online.
Do not share personal ID in email.
Why you should must report?
In a developing country like Pakistan where there is already an energy crisis, issues like electricity theft make the system even more weak.
This theft is not just a loss to the government but also a loss to every citizen who pays the bill. In 2025, the government has introduced such a way through DISCO companies through which you can report by hiding your identity.
Reporting anonymously is also important because common people are afraid of revenge. But new systems such as online forms, SMS service and WhatsApp helplines allow you to do this work with complete confidentiality.
If you have proof of pictures or videos, it becomes even easier to take action and your name will not be mentioned in front of anyone.
Conclusion
Today is the time to become part of the system. If you want your bill to be reduced and illegal connections to be stopped, now don't just complain - report. To become a responsible person of your society, use the option of anonymous reporting. This is beneficial not just for you but for your whole area.
FAQs
Is it legal to report electricity theft?
Yes, reporting electricity theft is not only legal but it is also your civic duty. DISCO companies protect this process.
Do I have to go to court if I report?
No, if you report anonymously then your name does not come up in any investigation.
Can the tenant also report?
Yes, if you are a genuine consumer of that property or you know about an illegal connection, then you can report.
Do I get any reward if I report electricity theft?
Some DISCOs like GEPCO and HESCO are running reward programs but they are on a case-by-case basis. Confirmation is important.
What if my report is ignored?
Can you call the helpline again and share the tracking number or do a written follow-up? LESCO and FESCO provide tracking.
Is it safe to report on WhatsApp?
Yes, you can also report securely via WhatsApp without disclosing your identity - all you have to say is: "I want to report electricity theft anonymously in [Area Name]."