FREE BOOKS: Approving billions of rupees annually for the provision of free books meant for government-run schools across Sindh is a praiseworthy effort. For the year 2024-25, the government has approved more than Rs2 billion, covering classes from nursery to matriculation. However, many deserving students remain deprived of such books as the process of book distribution has not been transparent and fair. As such, a huge number of books reach well-off students in private institutions. And this has been a great concern for the students. Such unfair practices should be stopped immediately by the government.

Kashif Hajano
Kandhkot

VISA REJECTION: This is with reference to the letter ‘US visa rejection’ (May 7). I faced a similar ordeal when our family was planning to spend summer vacations in the United Kingdom. My wife and I have valid UK visas, but it was perplexing to see our children’s applications getting denied. Despite having a strong travel history and a heap of documents in our favour, the visa officer could not be convinced.

Dr Osamah Majeed Qureshi
Islamabad

COMMUNICATION WOES: If one is eager to visit a town still as backward in terms of communication facilities as the ancient cities of, say, any civilisation, the Mureed Shakh town in Ghotki district would represent an ideal choice. There used to be a post office in the area which has remained closed for many months now, cutting off the residents from the only available communication facility. Will the relevant authorities pay attention to this critical issue?

Abdul Ahad Ghunyo
Ghotki

MESSY TRAFFIC: Traffic congestion is a great concern for the residents of Quetta. Traffic jams during school hours add to the woes, causing immense mental agony to students and commuters alike. Higher authorities need to chalk out a feasible plan to manage traffic.

Sobidar Khan Khilji
Quetta

Published in Dawn, May 22nd, 2024