And things took a turn for the worse as Karachi is now dealing with a widespread infestation of flies. These pests are not sparing any neighborhood, market, or store, and are making their presence felt on sidewalks, in stores, cars, and homes, landing on everything from vegetables to people. Dr. Seemin Jamali, executive director of one of Karachi's largest public hospitals, described this as the worst fly infestation she has ever seen, noting that flies and flooding often go hand in hand in the city. She mentioned the presence of large swarms of flies and mosquitoes, noting that they are not only impacting the everyday lives of people but also causing fear and harassment. The situation has become so severe that it is difficult to walk on the roads due to the abundance of flies. Despite efforts to fumigate the city, the problem persists and people are becoming increasingly frustrated. The city's ongoing issues with garbage and drainage have been highlighted once again, causing anger and renewed attention. The problem, which has been used as a political weapon by rival factions for years, remains unresolved. The recent infestation of flies in Karachi, Pakistan, is believed to have been exacerbated by heavy rains, poor drainage, and a garbage problem. Experts suggest that the combination of stagnant rainwater, waste on the streets, and leftovers from the Eid al-Adha festival have contributed to the widespread presence of bugs. Noman Ahmed, an expert on water issues in the city, stated that the recent rainfall was not out of the ordinary. He stated that the recent rains in Karachi exposed the city's ongoing issues with urban development, sewage, solid waste management, and water contamination, as well as the practice of using natural drains as dumping grounds for waste. Ahmed warned that if similar weather events occur, Karachi could become completely dysfunctional. The unsanitary conditions have led to an increase in various medical ailments and diseases, including malaria, gastroenteritis, typhoid, dengue fever, chikungunya virus, respiratory disorders, and Congo fever. Flies cover a man's hat in the Bohri Bazaar in Karachi, Pakistan, on August 28, 2019. The city's heavy rains, poor drainage, and garbage issue have led to a widespread presence of bugs. A resident mentioned that the community is partly to blame for dumping animal waste on the streets, contributing to the garbage problem. Vendors in Bohri Bazaar are seen fanning their products to ward off flies, as the insects fly in and out of shops and land on various items for sale. Muhammad Ismail Siddiqui, aged 54, is a vendor who sells traditional sweets such as jalebi and gulab jamun. He has covered them with clear plastic for protection. Siddiqui expressed concern about the flies, stating that they are not just a seasonal issue. He mentioned that in the past, the government would organize fumigation drives early in the day to address the problem. However, he now feels helpless as there are no such measures in place, causing his business to suffer greatly. Those who visit simply observe the flies. The largest city in Pakistan is facing issues with heavy rains, poor drainage, and a garbage problem, leading to a widespread presence of bugs. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), currently in power at the national level, is attempting to gain influence in Karachi to challenge the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), which has traditionally held power at the provincial level. A local PTI legislator initiated the "Let's Clean Karachi" campaign, indirectly blaming the PPP for the garbage issue. However, PPP senator Saeed Ghani argues that the campaign has worsened the situation due to poorly managed clean-up efforts. Addressing the garbage problem in Karachi, where trash is commonly seen piled up on roadsides and vacant lots, would be a difficult and costly task. The city of Karachi generates approximately 12,000 tons of waste daily, with its resources and infrastructure struggling to keep pace with the demands of rapid expansion, population growth, and changing lifestyles among its 15 million-plus residents. Like the rest of Pakistan, Karachi is also facing serious climate change challenges. Recently, the city has been dealing with issues such as heavy rains, poor drainage, and a garbage problem, resulting in an abundance of flies infesting markets and other areas. Karachi's administration is intricate and divided, with waste management and municipal services handled by various agencies. Construction often occurs over drains, and certain upscale neighborhoods are managed separately as cantonment areas. The city is currently facing a significant insect problem due to heavy rains, poor drainage, and inadequate waste management. Ahmed, an expert on water issues, stated that Karachi's livability is declining and the city is in need of a sanitation emergency to address the backlog of waste and establish a new sanitation management system. This would require politicians to work together, but the presence of flies is hindering progress, according to Ismail Lalpuria, a furniture trader in the Arambagh area of Saddar. He stated that all political parties are simply engaging in politics without actually accomplishing any tasks.