Pakistan is mired in a deepening chasm of poverty, with around a quarter of its population enduring abject destitution. This socioeconomic malaise is exacerbated by a stark wealth inequality, cleaving society along lines of extreme economic stratification. The genesis of this crisis lies in a combination of factors: agricultural stagnation, rapid population growth, and a dearth of essential public services.
To ameliorate this situation, Pakistan must prioritize human capital formation, agricultural modernization, economic diversification, robust social welfare programs, and the extirpation of corruption. Only through a concerted and resolute effort can the nation aspire to a more equitable and prosperous future.
Mudasir Ali
Ratodero
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