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Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA)

PERA

The Punjab Enforcement and Recovery Authority (PERA) was introduced to streamline land recovery, revenue regulation, and administrative enforcement. While its mandate appears reformist, its unchecked powers, political vulnerability, and potential for misuse risk turning it into an institutionalized tool of coercion—an official version of Gullu Butt—undermining justice and trust in governance.

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities — Building Livable Futures

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities — Building Livable Futures

Cities are at the heart of economic growth but also at the center of inequality, congestion, and environmental degradation. SDG 11 calls for sustainable cities and communities that are inclusive, safe, resilient, and environmentally balanced. For Pakistan, rapid urbanization poses unique challenges: overpopulation in cities, housing shortages, poor infrastructure, and vulnerability to climate change. Yet, Islamic principles of just resource use, community solidarity, and urban planning provide a vision for livable and humane cities.

SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy)

Affordable and Clean Energy

SDG 7 aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. While the world is rapidly transitioning toward renewables, Pakistan continues to struggle with outdated infrastructure, poor governance, and over-reliance on imported fossil fuels. This article examines the global significance of clean energy, Pakistan’s challenges, and the need for a shift toward self-reliance and renewable sources, supported by Islamic principles and sound economic planning.