Coal Katha

Irshad Laghari, a seasoned Sindhi journalist, explores Tharparkar's history and its current engagement with Thar coal. He examines the social and political consequences of coal extraction on local communities, challenging the prevailing notion that coal signifies exclusive progress. Laghari recognizes diverse resistance voices, emphasizing the complex impact on Thari communities.

This program is about, Pakistan's shift to coal for energy is celebrated for energy self-sufficiency and affordable power.

However, the impact on Tharparkar, the primary coal-bearing region in Sindh, is often overlooked.

The speaker kamrankhosa highlights the unexplored costs of coal mining and power generation.

Thousands of locals face livelihood losses, disrupted lives, and environmental degradation around coal mines and plants, offering a narrative distinct from that presented by coal companies and mainstream media.