"It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation."
– Herman Melville

KARACHI CITY PROBLEMS AFTER RAINS
I am writing to express my deep concern about the state of Karachi city after the recent rains. While the rainfall brought much-needed relief from the scorching heat, it also exposed the city's inadequate infrastructure and poor governance.

The city's streets and roads have become flooded, causing immense difficulties for commuters. The drainage system has failed miserably, resulting in waterlogged areas that are becoming breeding grounds for mosquitoes and other disease-carrying insects.

The power outages have added to the misery, leaving residents without electricity for hours on end. The lack of proper waste management has led to overflowing garbage dumps, further exacerbating the health hazards.

Moreover, the rains have highlighted the city's poor planning and encroachment on natural waterways. The resulting flash floods have damaged homes, businesses, and infrastructure, causing significant financial losses.

I urge you to take immediate action to address these issues, including:
• Upgrading the drainage system and clearing clogged drains
• Improving waste management practices
• Enhancing electricity supply and infrastructure
• Implementing measures to prevent encroachment on natural waterways

The residents of Karachi deserve better. I hope you will take prompt and effective action to alleviate their suffering.
Tuba Anum,
Karachi

GAS CRISIS IN KARACHI
Karachi, Pakistan's financial hub, is currently receiving only two hours of gas supply each day due to the country's catastrophic energy crisis. The semi-state-owned natural gas company issued a tight gas timetable for domestic consumers. Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) declared in a statement that gas will be delivered to domestic consumers during morning, afternoon and evening meal hours. The announcement comes after months of unannounced gas load shedding in the city, which has irritated and angered domestic customers. Although Winters are gone still the gas supply hasn’t been restored properly. For the past several weeks, practically every neighbourhood in the city has had very low pressure or no supply of gas during peak hours, with the gas utility provider unable to respond appropriately. Customers in some places have complained about just receiving two hours of gas supply during the day. There have also been reports of low gas pressure in numerous regions, preventing consumers from cooking proper meals. People in many places have begun to rely on LPG gas cylinders, which is burning a hole in their pockets. The authorities involved should investigate the situation as soon as possible and restore regular gas supplies to the affected area. There are numerous solutions that are being considered. Among all of these options, one of the most ecological and feasible is to use solar solutions. In this aspect, technology and solar power solutions can be extremely advantageous. It will benefit not only residential consumers, but also commercial users.
Rabia Jawaid,
Karachi