Opposition launches protests against inflation in various cities today

Opposition parties have taken to the streets in various cities across Pakistan to criticise the government and protest against surging inflation in the country. 

After the call to protest was given by the Opposition, protesters took to to the streets in Larkana, Sukkur, Jacobabad, Mohmand, Ziarat, Mingora and other cities of the country. 

People shouted slogans against the government and rising inflation. Traffic at the Quetta-Chaman highway remained suspended for several hours due to the rally. 

The Opposition has also called for protests in Karachi, Lahore and other cities of Pakistan.

In Karachi, the demonstration will be held near Empress Market area, due to which the surrounding roads have been sealed. 

PML-N leader Rana Sanaullah earlier today announced the party’s intentions to hold protests in Lahore and other cities of Punjab after Friday prayers in response to inflation. 

He said that protests will be held at Lahore’s Jain Mandir Chowk after Friday prayers. The former Punjab law minister invited labourers, traders, lawyers and other wings to support the Opposition’s protest.

“The masses will get relief only when this inept and corrupt government is sent packing,” said Sanaullah, urging people to come out of their homes and join in.

Article source: https://nation.com.pk/22-Oct-2021/opposition-launches-protests-against-inflation-in-various-cities-today