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Load Shedding problem in Gilgit Baltistan
Gilgit Baltistan, May 26, 2015: The problem of availability of basic amenities seems imperishable in Gilgit Baltistan. The major one being electricity crisis has been making life of the region suffer thoroughly. People of Gilgit Baltistan lead a miserable life. Basic amenities like shelter, food and even job opportunities are like perishing for the population here. However nowadays what has been torturing the citizens of Gilgit is the electricity crisis. With passage of time the problem of load shedding has been rising, leading to no resolution taking place in future. And negligence of authority regarding the issue has increased the rage of the citizens residing in Gilgit Baltistan. Gilgit Baltistan is one of the most neglected and backward regions under Pakistan's command. More than three-fourth population of the region lives below the poverty line. And due to the corrupt administrative system, the people here do not get any financial help and basic facilities. The allocation of funds