I think the people of Karachi should all be regarded as survivors because most of us have at least one family member who....
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Dear Ed,
In the issue of 14 November, ‘The survivor’ by Memoona Mukhtar was an article I could relate to. I think the people of Karachi should all be regarded as survivors because most of us have at least one family member who has been mugged. People even carry two mobile phones to thwart muggers: the expensive one and a cheaper one to hand over in case they have the misfortune of being accosted. Last year, I went to Lahore and was surprised to see people using their expensive phones in public without any fear of being mugged. I hope Karachi can one day be a place where people feel just as safe.
Nameera Ilyas, Karachi
Outdated education system
Dear Editor,
The marks-based system currently in place is outdated and does not reflect the true potential of students. It is not only harming their skills and creativity but also damaging their future careers. A student’s merit is judged solely by exam scores without considering their real abilities. At times, students even obtain marks through unfair means such as cheating or bribing administrators.
It is essential to move beyond this old-fashioned system. A person’s true calibre should be measured through understanding, creativity, and practical skills rather than rote memorisation. I sincerely request the Government of Pakistan to bring urgent reforms to our education system and set an example for the world. We have the potential to achieve great things if we truly want change.
Habeeb Sadiq, Turbat
Drug addiction - a serious issue
Dear Editor,
Recent reports indicate that drug abuse is a serious and growing problem in Balochistan. According to an older UNODC-Pakistan survey, about 1.1 percent of Balochistan’s population was using heroin, and 0.2 percent were using methamphetamine, in the past year.
According to some local sources, there are around 230,000 drug users in the province, and many are young (under 40), highlighting that youth vulnerability is a concern.
Poverty, unemployment, and easy access to drugs are significant factors contributing to drug addiction. The government should strengthen efforts to overcome this serious problem by establishing more rehabilitation centres, launching awareness campaigns in schools and communities, generating job opportunities for youth, and enforcing stricter laws against traffickers and local drug dealers.
Hani Hammal, Kech
Note: In the issue of 14 November, the byline of the cover story ‘Diabetes Mellitus, a silent threat’ by Shahzadi Ghazal was inadvertently omitted. The error is regretted. Team Us
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