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Pollution, shortages, crime: Daily life in Pakistan's megacity Karachi

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Briefings

Residents of Karachi, Pakistan's economic hub, blocked major roads due to severe power outages affecting over 21 million people. The city is ranked among the world's least liveable cities, with anger manifesting in recent street protests against daily infrastructure failures.

Key points

• Residents of Karachi blocked major roads due to severe power outages affecting over 21 million people.
• Karachi is ranked among the world's least liveable cities.

Context

Karachi, Pakistan's economic hub, faces daily infrastructure challenges including power cuts and crime, contributing to its low livability ranking.

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Evidence covers only recent days of protests; specific dates, exact number of blocked roads, and causes of anger remain unverified.

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