Lahore: The Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) on Monday is observing a countrywide shutter down strike against the skyrocketing inflation and recent increase in prices of petroleum products.
Hotels and shops are closed in different areas of Karachi including Kharadar, Burns Road, Old City, Etihad Town, Baldia Town and surrounding areas. However, the traffic is operating as per usual.
Meanwhile, many schools remained closed due to the uncertain situation in the port city.
Moreover, protest is being staged on the road leading from Baldia’s Qaim Khani Colony to Orangi Town. Protesters have blocked the roads by burning tyres placing barriers.
He added that joining such protests would add to the hardships of traders.
The TLP had announced a nationwide strike against the rising inflation on Monday.
