Flooding exposes blockages in Karachi`s drains, and politics
(WorldNews Pakistan)

KARACHI: Craftsman Mohammad Zakir, 35, who lives in a low-lying area of Orangi Town, does not recall the authorities ever cleaning out the storm-water drain serving his neighbourhood. Thorani Goth in West district was flooded during the fourth bout of monsoon rain this season from Aug 6-8. During that, and a previous downpour in late July, water came up 4-5 feet inside Zakir`s home, ruining furniture, electrical equipment and important documents. It also soaked an order of 250 women`s garments he was due to decorate with sequins and beads, his first job in five months due to the coronavirus pandemic. “I`ll put them out to dry to see if there are water stains on them,” said the...