KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has strongly criticized the ruling Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) for its failure to address Karachi's long-standing water crisis, despite holding power in Sindh for 18 years. Speaking to the media on Eid al-Adha, Hafiz Naeem extended Eid greetings to the nation and noted that citizens of Karachi continued to perform the religious obligation of sacrifice with enthusiasm despite facing severe civic problems.
Collective Sacrifice Arrangements
He informed that collective sacrifice arrangements (Ijtimai qurbani) had been made at more than 150 locations across Karachi. He added that Jamaat-e-Islami had continued its tradition of organizing the process in a disciplined manner, which strengthened the party's connection with the public.
Criticism of Sindh Government
Hafiz Naeem criticized the Sindh government, stating that Karachi's residents were suffering from an acute water shortage even during Eid, while authorities had failed to provide basic facilities. “PPP has ruled Sindh for 18 years but has failed to solve Karachi’s water problem,” he said. He also criticized the Sindh Solid Waste Management Board, alleging that despite having a budget of Rs43 billion, it had failed to fulfill its responsibilities regarding cleanliness and disposal of animal waste during Eid.
Allegations of Corruption
“This is nothing but corruption,” he alleged, adding that the government had also failed to introduce an effective sanitation system in the province. The JI chief further criticized Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab’s remarks denying the existence of a water crisis in the city.
Water Shortage Intensifies
Meanwhile, the water shortage has intensified in several parts of Karachi, with nearly 70 percent of the city facing disruption in water supply for days. Residents in affected areas have been forced to rely on expensive water tankers amid the scorching summer heat, while many complained that water shortages during Eid al-Adha further worsen difficulties related to animal care, sanitation, and household use.
