Three Tragic Voices of Urdu Poetry: Shakeb Jalali, Mustafa Zaidi, and Sara Shagufta Introduction Urdu literature has produced some of the most sensitive and powerful poetic voices in South Asia. Among these, three poets stand out not only for their remarkable work but also for the tragic way their lives ended. Shakeb Jalali, Mustafa Zaidi, and Sara Shagufta each brought a unique style and perspective to Urdu poetry, but all three died by suicide, leaving behind a legacy of unfulfilled potential and haunting verse. Shakeb Jalali (1934–1966) Shakeb Jalali, born Syed Hassan Rizvi, was a deeply introspective poet whose work explored themes of alienation, pain, and the search for identity. Despite his limited output, his ghazals and nazms resonated with an intensity rarely seen in Urdu poetry. On 12 November 1966, at the age of 32, Jalali committed suicide by throwing himself in front of a train near Sargodha. His poetry, full of raw emotion, has since become symbolic of the stru...
Energy Crisis in Pakistan Introduction From our childhood we see energy crises and loadsheding in pakistan.Pakistan's energy sector has faced chronic challenges, leading to severe energy crises that impact the daily lives of millions. The major components contributing to this crisis include inefficient power generation, transmission losses, the role of Independent Power Producers (IPPs), load shedding, and overbilling issues. Understanding these factors is crucial for devising solutions that can ensure a stable energy supply for the country. The Role of IPPs in Pakistan's Energy Sector Independent Power Producers (IPPs) have played a significant role in Pakistan’s energy landscape since their introduction in the 1990s. These private sector entities were brought in to address the shortfall in power generation by investing in new power plants and selling electricity to the national grid. Advantages of IPPs: Increased Capacity: IPPs have contributed significantly to th...