In a powerful display of public anger, the Laar Sajag Tehreek organized a significant demonstration outside the Badin Press Club to voice their grave concerns over the escalating drug trade within the district. The protestors issued a strong demand for immediate and decisive action against powerful drug dealers who are operating with impunity.
Leaders and Citizens Unite in Demonstration
The protest was spearheaded by a coalition of prominent political, social, and business leaders from the community. Key figures at the forefront included Khalifa Tariq Memon, Syed Zain Shah, Shujaat Khawaja, Kashif Qamrani, and Yaseen Khatti. Together, they led a united front of citizens who are deeply alarmed by the deteriorating social fabric of their city.
An Epidemic of Dangerous Narcotics
Addressing the gathered crowd, the speakers painted a grim picture of the situation on the ground. They highlighted that the open sale of gutka, ice, hashish, and illegally brewed liquor has become a common sight. This easy access to dangerous narcotics, they warned, is pushing the youth of Badin to the very brink of destruction. The leaders did not mince words, alleging that this crisis is fueled by political patronage, which allows drug dealers to thrive without fear of consequences.
Severe Health and Social Consequences
The consequences of this unchecked drug trade are dire and far-reaching. Protest leaders directly linked the rampant use and sale of narcotics to a disturbing rise in serious health conditions, including cancer. Beyond the health crisis, the community is grappling with a surge in crime and overall social decay. The speakers emphasized that the very safety of public spaces is under threat, with streets, markets, and neighborhoods across Badin district becoming increasingly unsafe for ordinary citizens. The protest served as a final warning to authorities to cleanse the district of this scourge before an entire generation is lost.
