SCHOOL BUDGET: The Government Talibul Maula High School in Dadu lacks electricity supply, making life difficult for students and teachers alike. Moreover, there is no facility for clean drinking water at the school. The students and teachers together pay for ice to get cold water in the summers. Parents are kept in the dark about the utilisation of the school budget. Transparency in financial records and appropriate allocation of funds are needed to address these pressing issues. The government should take immediate action, allocate necessary resources, and ensure proper utilisation of the school’s budget to improve the learning outcome.

Abdul Sami
Dadu

RESTORING R-1 ROUTE: The residents of Model Colony were happy with the launch of Red Bus service routed R-1, from Model Colony to Merewether Tower. Unfortunately, the respite was short-lived, and the route was changed recently, and shifted from Model Colony to Khokhrapar.

The residents are now suffering a lot and having trouble reaching their offices. The relevant authorities should immediately restore the R-1 route from Model Colony to facilitate the people.

Shamim Ahmed Khan
Karachi

CATALYSTS FOR CHANGE: Skyrocketing inflation and unemployment have driven many citizens to the point where they are contemplating options to secure a better career and lifestyle abroad. While seeking opportunities overseas might seem like a logical step in the face of adversity, it is essential for the people to realise that their collective efforts have the power to effect a change right at home. By harnessing their talents and determination, they can contribute to the creation of a self-sustaining economy that serves the interests of all. Instead of abandoning the homeland, the people should think of themselves as catalysts for a positive change.

Jahanzeb Mushtaque Abbasi
Karachi

Published in Dawn, September 26th, 2023