Tents on roads

Published December 27, 2014

IN Pakistan, whether it is a wedding or a funeral, tents are often used. The biggest menace is associated with their installation. When the erection process begins, stakes and anchors are driven into the ground. This ruins roads. After their removal, holes and cavities are left unrepaired.

Moreover, contractors do not follow safety measures. Sometimes there are public utilities like underground water and gas pipelines which are damaged.

Once erected, tents cover the entire street. blocking traffic. In addition, there is noise pollution.

Sidra Talha

Karachi

Published in Dawn, December 27th, 2014

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