Dilbar Ali

By: Dilbar Ali Pakistan is grappling with a resurgence of polio, a disease that seemed nearly eradicated. The recent comeback of polio cases underscores the critical lapses in Pakistan’s public health response. This return, linked to the wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV-1) strain from Afghanistan, serves as a stark reminder of how fragile the victory against polio truly is. The cry of a young child, paralyzed by the virus in Dera Bugti, is a poignant symbol of a tragedy that could have been prevented.

By: Dilbar Ali At a critical juncture in its history, Pakistan’s education system is undergoing a crucial phase, as illuminated by the Pakistan Education Statistics 2021-22 report issued by the Pakistan Institute of Education. This comprehensive assessment identifies evident deficiencies across various facets of the educational framework, underscoring the pressing imperative for reform.

The surge in food prices during the ongoing month of Ramazan underscores a significant failure on the part of authorities to rein in profiteering and hoarding mafias. Despite the deployment of thousands of administrative officers, it is disheartening to note that their primary focus appears to be self-preservation rather than enhancing bureaucratic efficiency. The public’s rising disenchantment with democratic procedures and governmental institutions has been exacerbated by this worrying trend.