FESCO Issues Stern Warning Against Impersonation and Unauthorized Social Media Pages
The Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) has issued a formal and urgent warning to the public regarding the proliferation of fake and unauthorized social media accounts operating under its name. In a recent statement, the power utility highlighted that several private individuals have been creating counterfeit pages and channels across various platforms—including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, and WhatsApp—without the company’s consent. These bad actors have been misusing FESCO’s official logo, insignia, and corporate identity to promote unauthorized content, a move that the company asserts is directly damaging its reputation and eroding the trust of its consumer base.
A spokesperson for FESCO clarified that the company has not authorized any individual, private organization, or employee to represent the utility through personal social media channels. By utilizing proprietary symbols and official documentation, these imposters have created a dangerous environment of misinformation. The spokesperson underscored that these fake accounts do not reflect the official policies, announcements, or directives of FESCO. Consequently, the company is urging consumers to remain highly skeptical and to refrain from engaging with, trusting, or sharing any material disseminated by these unofficial sources, as they do not carry the authority of the power supply company.
In light of the increasing prevalence of online scams, FESCO has issued specific safety advisories to its consumers. Users are strictly warned against sharing sensitive personal and financial data—such as electricity bill details, Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) numbers, banking information, or One-Time Passwords (OTPs)—with any social media account claiming to be linked to the utility. Furthermore, the company has explicitly cautioned the public against making any payments through unofficial channels. By engaging through these unauthorized portals, consumers risk falling victim to financial fraud or identity theft, as these imposters are allegedly using the company’s name for personal publicity and illicit gain.
The warning also extends to FESCO’s own staff, as the administration has taken a firm stance against the dissemination of sensitive company information. The spokesperson stated that any employee caught sharing internal correspondence, records, or confidential data on social media platforms will be held in violation of company discipline and regulations. Strict directives have been issued to all FESCO officers to comply with established data protection policies. The management emphasized that organizational discipline is non-negotiable and that internal leaks or the unauthorized use of company resources will be met with immediate administrative consequences.
Taking the situation to a legal level, the FESCO administration has ordered an immediate shutdown of all illicit pages and channels currently using their branding. A clear ultimatum has been delivered to those behind these accounts: they must deactivate their presence on social media platforms immediately. Failure to comply will lead to severe legal action under the relevant laws of Pakistan. The company has made it clear that any individual—whether a private citizen acting for profit or an employee engaging in internal misconduct—found guilty of identity theft, forgery, or the unauthorized publication of sensitive information will face the full force of the law without exception.
Concluding its advisory, FESCO has appealed to the public to practice extreme vigilance and verify the authenticity of all information before acting upon it. The company reaffirmed that its official social media presence is limited to verified channels on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok, which are under strict oversight and managed by authorized personnel. By directing consumers to these legitimate platforms, FESCO aims to protect its clients from potential scams and ensure that official communication remains accurate, secure, and transparent. Consumers were once again encouraged to rely solely on these vetted sources for their service needs and public inquiries.