Karachi, The Pasban Democratic Party (PDP) has launched a scathing critique of the Sindh government’s failure to provide adequate sustenance to its citizens during Ramadan, highlighting the inaccessibility of even basic iftar provisions for the populace. Abdul Hakim Quaid, the vice chairman of the PDP, voiced deep concerns over the inefficacy of the supposed Ramadan Special package, questioning its reach and impact amid rising food prices and the broader struggle against economic hardship in the region.

According to Pasban Democratic Party, Quaid’s statement illuminates a dire picture of economic management and social welfare in Sindh during the holy month of Ramadan. He criticized the local government’s inability to stabilize food prices and ensure the distribution of the Ramadan package, suggesting a disconnect between policy announcements and their practical implementation. The vice chairman argued that establishing industries would be more beneficial than ephemeral aid, urging a shift in focus towards sustainable economic development and employment generation.

Further, Quaid lambasted the business community for not extending sufficient discounts to the impoverished during Ramadan, contrasting this with practices observed in other religious communities. He underscored the urgency for Muslim businessmen in Pakistan to demonstrate solidarity and support for the less fortunate by adjusting prices, especially in the realms of essential commodities like fruits, vegetables, and grains. Amidst the critique, there was a call for the government to manifest its role more robustly by regulating market dynamics to alleviate the financial burden on its citizens during this pivotal time.

The remarks from the PDP highlight broader issues of governance, economic disparity, and communal responsibility in Pakistan, casting a spotlight on the challenges many face in securing basic necessities for observance of religious practices like Ramadan.