Jamaat-e-Islami on Sunday declared its intent to stage a countrywide protest on Saturday, September 02, 2023, decrying the significant surge in electricity tariff rates.
Ameer Siraj ul Haq, the chief of Jamaat-e-Islami, made the announcement during a public address, vowing to mobilize citizens across the nation in a show of discontent.
The decision to organize a nationwide protest comes in response to the recent substantial escalation in electricity bills, burdening households and industries alike.
Ameer Siraj ul Haq, addressed a gathering of supporters, passionately stating that the party will stand against what they perceive as a grave injustice to the common citizens.
“We cannot remain silent in the face of such an oppressive increase in electricity bills. The ordinary people of this country are struggling to make ends meet, and the government’s decision to raise tariffs disproportionately affects the most vulnerable among us,” declared Ameer Siraj ul Haq during his speech.
Jamaat-e-Islami’s call for a mass demonstration has garnered attention from various segments of society. As the party has a considerable following, its announcement has the potential to draw substantial crowds to the protest venues across Pakistan.
The upcoming demonstration is expected to serve as a platform for citizens to voice their concerns over the rising cost of living and the economic challenges they are currently grappling with. The government’s response to this announcement remains to be seen.
In the past, such protests have prompted negotiations between political parties and the administration to find common ground and address the grievances put forth. As September 02 approaches, anticipation mounts regarding the scale and impact of the protest.
The event has the potential to not only draw attention to the issue of electricity tariffs but also shape the discourse on economic policies and their ramifications for the general populace.
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