Inflation in Pakistan has reached an unbearable level for the average citizen. Prices of essential commodities, particularly food and fuel, have risen sharply, pushing even middle-income families toward poverty. This economic burden is compounded by stagnant wages, record-low purchasing power and a lack of public safety nets. T
he rupee’s depreciation, higher electricity tariffs and indirect taxation have all contributed to the current crisis. There is a pressing need for price control mechanisms, targeted subsidies for low-income families and increased investment in local agriculture to reduce dependency on imports. Inflation is not just an economic issue; it is a humanitarian one. Urgent action must be taken before desperation turns into unrest.
Mubashir Ahmed
Sukkur
