Corruption cancer

I am writing this letter to draw attention to the thorn in Pakistan’s side – corruption. This deeply entrenched issue has thrown a wrench in the works of the nation’s development and continues to bleed the country dry. Corruption has far-reaching consequences for the economy, governance, and society. Funds meant for essential sectors like education, healthcare, and infrastructure often vanish into thin air, depriving citizens of basic necessities. It scares away foreign investors, leaving Pakistan to scrape the bottom of the barrel when it comes to economic growth. Moreover, corruption shakes the foundations of public trust in institutions, making governance feel like a house of cards.

The situation worsens due to the lack of accountability for those in power, while ordinary citizens are left holding the short end of the stick, dealing with bribery and exploitation in their daily lives. Bureaucratic inefficiencies only add fuel to the fire, making even the simplest tasks an uphill battle. To nip this issue in the bud, it is essential to strengthen anti-corruption institutions, introduce digital governance to cut out middlemen, and enforce strict accountability measures.

Laiba Noor

Islamabad