KARACHI: A group of agitated shopkeepers of Karachi's Timber Market took three K-Electric vehicles and their staff hostage during high-stakes confrontation over electricity disconnection attempts.

According to Pakistan Timber Traders Association (PTTA) Chairman Sharjeel Goplani, team from K Electric arrived in Timber Market and began process of cutting off power to various shops.

Sharjeel Goplani asserted his opposition to actions of electrical staff, particularly their efforts to remove electricity meters and jumpers. Shopkeepers reportedly took K-Electric staff hostage within factory premises. To ensure their comfort and safety in midst of Karachi's sweltering heat, arrangements were made to provide detained staff with water and fans.

Published in The Daily National Courier, August, 25 2023

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