Residents are facing severe hardship as gas crises have worsened in Karachi despite paying high bills.
According to reports, the gas crisis in Karachi the country’s largest industrial and economic hub has reached an alarming level. Suspension of gas supply in many parts of the city has made daily life extremely difficult for citizens.
People living in affected areas say that even after paying high gas bills, they are unable to use gas at home, causing serious problems, especially for women trying to cook meals.
Middle and working class families are now forced to either buy expensive food from hotels or purchase costly gas cylinders from the black market, putting additional strain on their already tight budgets.
Leaders of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) have strongly criticised the increasing gas and electricity load-shedding in Karachi, blaming the federal government for the worsening situation.
Party leaders allege that the city, which contributes the highest revenue to the country, is being treated unfairly. They described the situation as “anti-Karachi” and demanded immediate intervention by the federal government and relevant authorities to resolve the crisis.
Public circles say that rising inflation, combined with the lack of basic utilities, has pushed citizens to the brink, with many now being forced to protest on the streets.
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In a separate development, Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited is to limit gas supply to just six hours within a 24-hour period, as the gas supply in Lahore has worsened significantly.
As per the company, only during two specific time slots each day the consumers will receive gas, while supply will remain suspended during afternoon hours, even with low pressure.
According to sources, to ensure gas availability mainly during breakfast and dinner times the schedule has been arranged.
Officials stated that providing gas three times a day is no longer possible, and even maintaining supply during two time slots has become increasingly difficult, due to a severe shortage in the system.
The crisis is largely being attributed to disruptions in LNG imports, which have made it challenging for the company to maintain consistent gas pressure for consumers.
Citizens have been advised to use gas sparingly due to the limited supply, as the ongoing shortage is expected to disrupt daily life.
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