Pakistan power crisis: Karachi residents riot amid outages lasting hours, block major roads August 22, 2026 at 11:05PM

Residents of Karachi voiced their frustrations over persistent power outages by staging protests that blocked major thoroughfares. These demonstrations, which unfolded in various neighborhoods, led to significant traffic disruptions. Many participants reported enduring daily power cuts that lasted twelve hours or longer, with no prior notice. The ongoing electricity crisis worsened issues with water supply and local businesses.