Back-breaking roads

Pakistan’s largest city, Karachi, contributes much to its economy, yet its infrastructure is almost always in a shambles. The roads are extremely damaged, and have gone worse after the monsoons this year.

Every major road and street in the city has developed potholes. In fact, lengthy patches of metalled roads have been washed away, causing problems and frustrations to the commuters as the traffic flow remains disrupted. Besides, the damage caused to the vehicles is a different story altogether, adding substantial financial burden to the equation.

Due to bumpy roads, my daily commute to university has become a nerve-wracking experience. Moving on these roads, one feels like walking on the moon’s irregular surface, similar to what is seen in moving images of man’s walk on the moon.

Additionally, these roads cause backaches and spinal problems. It is common for family and friends to complain of back pain when travelling on uneven roads. A rickshaw ride, for all practical purposes, has become more of a camel ride. It is high time the government woke up to its responsibility and got the roads repaired.

ZAHABIA KAGDI

KARACHI