Pakistan, July 4 -- By Rimsha Azhar

Pakistan's climate crisis is not simply an environmental challenge; it is the product of historical neglect, structural inequality, and selective state-building. As climate events grow more frequent and intense, it becomes increasingly clear that disasters do not affect all communities equally. Behind every flood, drought, or heatwave lies a deeper story of uneven development, institutional absence, and policy decisions that have left millions exposed. From the early years of the state, development choices prioritized elite urban expansion over rural resilience. Infrastructure, education, and healthcare were built around privileged zones, while vast rural and informal urban areas remained excluded from...