The common man continues to be in wilderness as the ground realities remain grim for him. There is a serious disconnect between what is needed and what is being done. The recent price like in utility bills is a prime example of this flawed approach. Even the well thought out plans face implementation problems that […]
WASA
Wasa funds
The people of Punjab may experience significant water supply disruption in the coming summer due to short-sighted policymaking by the government. Last December, monthly and annual subsidies on the water and sanitation agencies (Wasa) were abolished by the Punjab government. Six months later, the organisation finds itself unable to pay monthly electrical bills. This could […]
Petition filed in LHC over non-availability of clean and fresh water
LAHORE: A writ petition was filed in the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday challenging non-availability of clean and fresh water in Lahore as well as the sharp decline in ground-water level in the city. Haroon Farooq, a resident of Baghbanpura, filed a petition in the Lahore High Court (LHC) contending that the Punjab government […]