“I am shocked and worried about those who rely on the internet"
Mishi Khan raised her concerns over the internet disruptions due to Independence Day celebrations.
Pakistan faced internet disruptions on Independence Day 2024, with many parts of the country still having poor service.
Mishi Khan extended greetings for Independence Day while drawing attention to the struggles faced by the public.
She talked about the rising taxes, inflation, and the detrimental impact of internet disruptions.
Mishi said: “Happy Independence Day to you all but what to say? The public is paying heavy taxes.
“They are the direct victim of inflation, they are overburdened.”
She highlighted the disparity between ambitious infrastructural projects and the fundamental need for reliable internet connectivity.
Mishi continued: “What’s the use of a train that will reach from Karachi to Islamabad in one and a half hours when a WhatsApp message takes too long to be delivered to the recipient?”
Mishi Khan underscored the frustrations experienced by those reliant on digital platforms for their livelihoods.
“I am shocked and worried about those who rely on the internet for their work like call centres and E-commerce websites.
“How are you guys managing and working in this poor internet?”
“What do you want from us? We only had one facility of internet that we were getting after paying so much of tax.
“Please give us the basic facilities. At least give us the Internet.”
Mishi highlighted the urgent need for improved infrastructure and support for the digital economy.
Moreover, the revelation that platforms like Fiverr have encountered issues with Pakistani freelancers due to various concerns added a layer of complexity.
She added: “I think we are heading towards the stone age when we got the slow internet and it only used to display the loading sign.”
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Mishi Khan’s plea struck a chord with social media users who echoed her sentiments.
Many also raised concerns regarding the challenges faced by freelancers and the implications of internet interruptions on their work.
A user said: “Me and my friends have faced so much loss. Fiverr has stopped giving work to Pakistanis. Are we really free people? What independence?”
One wrote:
“This nation is asleep. And the government is totally dead.”
Fans expressed their solidarity with Mishi Khan’s candid reflections and lamented the economic uncertainties plaguing the nation.
Her call for basic facilities and reliable internet access resonates as a plea for progress and inclusivity in an increasingly digital world.
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