Why a New Social Contract for Pakistan?

Dear Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif,

I am writing to you today to urge you to take the necessary steps to create a new social contract for Pakistan. The current social contract is broken. It is no longer working for the majority of Pakistanis.

The old social contract was based on the idea that the government would provide for the basic needs of its citizens, such as education, healthcare, and security. In return, citizens would be loyal to the government and obey its laws.

However, this social contract has broken down. The government is no longer able to provide for the basic needs of its citizens. The education system is in shambles, healthcare is unaffordable for many, and the security situation is dire.

As a result, many Pakistanis are feeling disillusioned and disenfranchised. They feel that the government is not working for them and that they have no voice in the political process.

This is a dangerous situation. It is breeding resentment and anger, which could lead to violence and instability.

We need a new social contract. A social contract that works for everyone, not just the elite. A social contract that guarantees basic rights and opportunities for all Pakistanis.

A new social contract would need to include the following elements:

• A strong commitment to education and healthcare.
• A fair and just legal system.
• A government that is accountable to its citizens.
• A strong economy that creates jobs and opportunities for all.

A new social contract is not a magic bullet. It will not solve all of Pakistan’s problems overnight. But it is a necessary step towards building a more just and prosperous society for all.

As such, I urge you to take the lead in creating a new social contract for Pakistan. It is the only way to ensure a better future for our country.

Thank you for your time.

Sincerely,

Syed Nayyar Uddin Ahmad
03219402157
Lahore.
16 May 2023.