Muzaffarabad, April 8 -- Residents of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir are facing a multitude of urban challenges that threaten their quality of life. From severe traffic congestion to critical water shortages and rising pollution levels, the urgency for immediate attention and action has never been greater.

Roshan Mughal, a local journalist, recently highlighted the severity of the traffic situation. He said, "The biggest problem in the city is traffic. The streets and lanes are very narrow. Another issue related to traffic is the lack of parking. People are facing difficulties due to these parking issues. Among these challenges is the lack of water, which is a basic necessity. Despite having ample water in the city, government misma...