CNG shortage

I want to draw the attention of the concerned authorities towards the issue of the shortage of CNG. We already have a shortage of electricity and water. Now the deficiency of gas is increasing the troubles of the public. The CNG stations remain closed during the days of shortage and majority of the transporters do not bring their vehicles on the roads. As a result, people have to wait for longer periods of time for their buses. When the buses arrive, they are fully packed with passengers. Moreover, the transport authorities double the fares due to the unavailability of CNG. Vehicles of public transport, other than buses, charge really high fares for shorter distances.

Moreover, when CNG supply is resumed, people have to line up for long hours to get their vehicles filled with gas. This creates a lot of problems because people cannot reach their destinations on time. The concerned authorities are requested to look into the matter without future delay and take immediate steps to solve the problem.

Syed Adnan

Karachi

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Lower and middle class people are the ones suffering the most in this country. The speed at which the CNG fares have risen is far greater than the speed at which the pay scale of employees has increased. This has resulted in inequality and unfair distribution of wealth, making it harder for people to survive today.

The prices have risen due to the shortage of CNG. The question then is why can Pakistan not move towards an alternate fuel? It is time we switch to a fuel that is less toxic for the environment. The world is trying to end the use of fossil fuel but Pakistan has yet to take that step. In the meanwhile, people will remain trapped in the cycle of low wages and increasing prices of CNG.

Zille Saboor

Karachi