‘It was a difficult decision, but as the eldest child in the family, I decided to leave my education and migrate from our village to the city. We hoped that this move would put an end to our struggles, but it turned out to be just the tip of the iceberg; many more challenges awaited us that we had to confront.’
“I Know you cannot smell it anymore. But, after living here for 17 years, it’s become normal for me,”
says Hansraj, who is working as a watchman (Chowkidar) who lives in the middle of the garbage dump in
Mehar Ali. As he has been living in the centre of the dumping station, Sindh Solid Waste Management
Board appointed him as a Watchman. As I spoke with him, I could barely stand the overwhelming stench
of rotting waste. Garbage was everywhere, mounds of it stretching across the area.
Gujranwala, which was once renowned for its industrial prowess, is currently confronted with an air pollution crisis that poses a threat to the health and future of its residents, particularly women and children.
Pakistan is currently facing a constitutional crisis, where various provisions of the constitution are not being adhered to. What Ayesha Siddiqa has aptly termed a “hybrid democracy,” the provincial and federal governments have been systematically stripped of their powers. Political figures, such as
The Lore Karez Library in Sariab, Quetta, stands as a testament to the transformative power of community-driven projects. What was once a hospital building has now been repurposed into a vibrant public library, offering knowledge and resources to the people of Sariab, a region in Balochistan often overlooked in terms of educational infrastructure. This hospital-turned-library…
Nestled in the remote region of Mand in Turbat, an area often recognized as insurgency-affected, stands an inspiring institution dedicated to the education of young girls. This girls’ school has grown to house hundreds of students, shining as a beacon of hope in an area where educational resources have historically been limited. Despite numerous challenges,…
Sindh Jo Sair (meaning Journey through Sindh) takes us on a vibrant and culturally rich exploration of the Mirpurkhas district and the town of Kot Ghulam Muhammad (James Abad) in Sindh, Pakistan. These two historically significant locations are often overlooked in mainstream tourism, yet they offer a unique glimpse into Sindh’s rural life, its architectural…
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