Balochistan [Pakistan], Residents of Pasni town in Balochistan province staged a massive protest on the Makran Coastal Highway against heavy power cuts and discrepancies in the billing system, Balochistan Post reports.
The blockade on the Makran coastal highway at zero point on Thursday caused problems for commuters between Karachi and several other towns in the Makran region, including Pasni, Gwadar, Jiwani and Turbat.
The protesters expressed their dissatisfaction over "uneven electricity billing methods" and regular power cuts without warning. He stressed that many residents are facing financial stress due to extremely high bills.
Power interruptions have plagued Pakistan for a long time, impacting daily life and hindering progress.From bustling cities to remote villages, no corner of the country is untouched by the continuous cycle of blackouts. Even in major urban centers like Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad, power cuts disrupt businesses, disrupt daily routines and affect essential services. Industries are struggling to meet production targets, while households are grappling with the inconvenience of scorching heat and disrupted services.
However, it is rural areas where the impact of power disruption is felt most acutely. For countless families, access to electricity is a luxury rather than a necessity.Remote villages are plunged into darkness for hours, leaving residents to grapple with the harsh realities of life without electricity.
Protests over electricity bills and load shedding have become a recurring theme across Pakistan, reflecting the frustration of citizens struggling with unreliable electricity supply and inflated rates. Despite promises of power sector reforms and investment, protests have continued, underscoring the deep challenges facing Pakistan's energy infrastructure.
The blockade on the Makran coastal highway at zero point on Thursday caused problems for commuters between Karachi and several other towns in the Makran region, including Pasni, Gwadar, Jiwani and Turbat.
The protesters expressed their dissatisfaction over "uneven electricity billing methods" and regular power cuts without warning. He stressed that many residents are facing financial stress due to extremely high bills.
Power interruptions have plagued Pakistan for a long time, impacting daily life and hindering progress.From bustling cities to remote villages, no corner of the country is untouched by the continuous cycle of blackouts. Even in major urban centers like Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad, power cuts disrupt businesses, disrupt daily routines and affect essential services. Industries are struggling to meet production targets, while households are grappling with the inconvenience of scorching heat and disrupted services.
However, it is rural areas where the impact of power disruption is felt most acutely. For countless families, access to electricity is a luxury rather than a necessity.Remote villages are plunged into darkness for hours, leaving residents to grapple with the harsh realities of life without electricity.
Protests over electricity bills and load shedding have become a recurring theme across Pakistan, reflecting the frustration of citizens struggling with unreliable electricity supply and inflated rates. Despite promises of power sector reforms and investment, protests have continued, underscoring the deep challenges facing Pakistan's energy infrastructure.
