Karachi once again witnessed severe urban flooding as monsoon rains battered the city, and Farooq Sattar seized the moment by demanding the Karachi mayor’s resignation. The senior political leader said the situation had exposed not only the fragile infrastructure but also the lack of preparation and willpower from the administration.
Farooq Sattar demands Karachi mayor’s resignation
Speaking to the media, Sattar said the heavy downpour had turned roads into rivers, leaving commuters stranded for hours and damaging homes in low-lying areas. He added that the Karachi mayor’s resignation was necessary to restore public trust after yet another monsoon season brought misery to residents.
Linking the chaos to poor governance, Sattar remarked that the civic administration had failed to build a sustainable drainage system. Instead of long-term planning, short-term fixes continue to put lives at risk. He urged political leaders and policymakers to come together and prioritize urban development, reminding citizens that Karachi’s mayoral leadership carries the responsibility of ensuring the safety of its people.
The demand comes at a time when frustrations are running high. Social media has been filled with images and videos showing submerged roads, broken vehicles, and citizens wading through knee-deep water. Public anger has only grown stronger as memories of past flooding tragedies resurface.
Sattar also linked his demand to the need for political unity, noting that meaningful solutions cannot be achieved without collaboration. During the discussion, he also touched on political alliances and hinted at broader engagement with key figures. He recently invited Miftah Ismail to MQM, showing that the party is keeping its options open as it looks toward Karachi’s future governance.
Experts believe that his call for the Karachi mayor’s resignation could create political waves, especially as other parties may use the rain crisis to demand accountability. Observers note that unless practical measures are taken, public dissatisfaction could influence local political dynamics in the months ahead.
Public demand for accountability grows stronger
For Karachi residents, the crisis is not new. Every year, heavy rains highlight the same issues: weak infrastructure, insufficient drainage, and a lack of emergency response. Sattar’s strong demand for the Karachi mayor’s resignation resonates with citizens who feel their grievances have been ignored for too long.
As the city recovers from the recent rain havoc, the political debate is intensifying. Whether the demand leads to actual change remains uncertain, but it has reignited conversations about accountability and governance in Pakistan’s largest metropolis.
