While discussions about smog and pollution usually focus on Punjab, Karachi – Pakistan’s business capital – faces an equally serious environmental crisis. Increasingly, Karachi is suffering from hazardous air quality, vehicular emissions, industrial waste, and unchecked waste disposal, all of which contribute to an unhealthy and dangerous environment for residents. The situation is not unlike crises seen in other South Asian cities, where political complexity and fragmented policies make unified action challenging.
A comprehensive and collaborative approach is needed to tackle Karachi’s pollution crisis. City leaders and policymakers must prioritize the health and well-being of citizens by uniting against pollution, enforcing strict environmental regulations, and promoting sustainable urban practices. Without urgent action, Karachi’s pollution problem will continue to grow, endangering the health of millions of people and degrading the quality of life in our city.
Khizr Hussain
Karachi