BY: SHAKIR WAZIER
MIRANSHAH:Local businessmen in Miranshah Plaza Market, North Waziristan, say business is improving but face challenges due to frequent curfews and poor drainage systems. Shopkeepers have urged the district administration to limit curfews to just one day a week—preferably Sundays—to minimize disruptions.
Rahimullah, a shop owner from Darpa Khel village, shared that inflation has hurt business across Pakistan, including in North Waziristan. Suppliers complain of declining sales, and market activity suffers when curfews shut down trade for days. However, when markets reopen, business temporarily surges as people rush to buy essentials.
Arjamullah, a hats seller from Dande, said the plaza market is gradually attracting more customers compared to older markets. However, he highlighted issues like poor drainage, with rainwater flooding roads due to clogged channels. Shopkeepers want authorities to clean drains and improve infrastructure.
Additionally, locals request tree plantations for shade and better public spaces, as previous parks have turned into garbage dumps. Despite these challenges, traders appreciate the plaza’s cleanliness and affordable rents compared to warehouses.
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