READ: Karachi’s Orangi a tough battle to win

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With a total population of more than 2.67 million, Karachi’s West district can be described as a mini ‘metropolitan city’.

From diverse cultures to multiple ethnic communities, the district is home to people from all across Pakistan who have settled here over the years and become part of the city population, its culture and economy.

One of the country’s most populated areas, Orangi Town, is located in this district, which is also counted among the well-known low-income neighbourhoods of the region.

It is widely believed that one of the closest electoral battles will be fought here during the 2024 general elections as people from a diverse range of ethnic and linguistic backgrounds in the district will exercise their democratic right of franchise on February 8.

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PPP supporters attend an election campaign rally in Karachi on Feb 5, 2024. — AFP
PPP supporters attend an election campaign rally in Karachi on Feb 5, 2024. — AFP

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