THIS refers to the letter ‘Is it politics?’ (Feb 5) in respect of the damage to the facade of the heritage building of the Pakistan Institute of International Affairs (PIIA) through random spray-painting by workers of a political party.

This vandalism should have been reported by the media and immediate action should have been taken by the city administration rather than the institution having to express its dismay through a letter in these columns.

It has become a norm for political workers to deface the city every time there is a rally or march.

Posters of political parties pasted on walls and building, and flags hanging on electric poles can be seen all over the city.

The leaders of all political parties should raise the level of their arguments in a more civil manner rather than destroying the already badly mauled city structures and roads. Politics should be about service to the people rather than vandalism of heritage buildings and public property.

Moin Mohajir
Karachi

Published in Dawn, February 13th, 2022