Power and water shortage cause blockade by residents.
KARACHI: Fed up with power and water shortage, residents on Monday evening blocked both tracks of one of the major roads in Nazimabad, which triggered a traffic mess in several localities. A large number of motorists and commuters remained stuck in the traffic jam on the road that connected Nazimabad with SITE area.
There were reports that street criminals took advantage of the traffic mess and deprived a number of motorists and commuters of their cash, cell phones, and other valuables. The gridlock in districts Central and West of the city and reports of looting prompted Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah to take its notice.“The blockade disrupted vehicular traffic flow,” said a spokesperson for Karachi police while adding that authorities diverted the traffic on alternative routes.
Protesters dispersed after officials held talks with them and assured of redressal their grievances, reports Dawn news channel as quoted: “The protesters disperse after official talk.” The CM took notice of media reports regarding looting caused inconveniences to citizens. He directed the administration to allow blockade within laws but added that closure of roads led to hustle and bustle in traffic, a testament to which was evident from chaos on streets.“He asked for report from police chief.
Published in Dawn, December 17th, 2024
