Pakistan’s battle against rampant food insecurity underscores a dual threat to its people’s health and economic foundations. As hunger metrics climb to alarming levels, the country confronts a pivotal moment in its history. Triggering factors include a toxic mix of natural disasters and policy missteps. Biblical floods eroded soil fertility, while fuel price volatility crippled transportation of perishables. On the health front, the crisis manifests in epidemics of stunted growth. The economy bears heavy scars as fiscal deficits balloon from import dependencies. Overcoming this insecurity demands bold leadership and a reimagined food paradigm to foster a nourished populace.
Crisis Alert: Pakistan’s Food Insecurity Hits Health, Economy Hard
By The Chhattisgarh1 Min Read