Protests against inflated electricity bills have erupted in several cities across Pakistan, with demonstrators torching their monthly bills, and trade leaders and representatives expressing concerns about excessive charges. People struggling to make ends meet have been hit hard by high electricity bills, and the government's failure to reduce prices and additional taxes is a major issue. The promises of cheap electricity made during privatization have not been fulfilled, leading traders and the general public to demand a reduction in prices and taxes.
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