Nationwide protests erupt over power outages and overbilling issues
KARACHI, June 30: Citizens across various cities in Pakistan, including Karachi, have taken to the streets in protest against prolonged power outages and erroneous billing practices. Despite sweltering temperatures, residents express frustration over receiving exorbitant electricity bills despite enduring extensive periods without electricity.
Enduring 14 to 16 hours of load shedding daily, citizens lament the unpredictable nature of power cuts, which disrupt daily life multiple times a day. They criticize utility providers for sending bills despite inadequate service, compounding their hardships.
Sindh Energy Minister Nasir Shah has assured that measures to reduce load shedding will be implemented within the next 3 to 4 days, offering a glimmer of hope amid widespread discontent.
Karachi continues to face extreme heat waves, with temperatures soaring to 42 degrees Celsius and humidity levels peaking at 70%. The Meteorological Department predicts relief with the onset of sea breeze in the evening.
From Karachi to Lahore and Swabi, protests escalate against costly electricity and irregular power supply, highlighting widespread dissatisfaction with the current administration's energy policies.
Jamaat-e-Islami's Ahmed Salman Baloch criticizes the government for burdening citizens with high electricity bills amid economic challenges, warning of further inflationary pressures.
As protests intensify, citizens and organizations demand immediate government action to alleviate power shortages and address billing discrepancies, urging sustainable solutions to stabilize the electricity supply nationwide.
