As temperatures in Karachi soar past 35 degrees Celsius, the demand for ice has skyrocketed. Ice factory owners, facing this surge in demand, have responded by raising prices.

The intense heat has driven residents to consume more ice with cold water and beverages, leading to a doubling in demand. Citizens, already burdened by the heat and power outages, express their frustration.

They explain that the lack of electricity prevents them from making ice at home, forcing them to purchase it.

Ice factory owners point to the lack of electricity and the rising cost of purchasing water as the primary reasons for the price increase.

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They highlight the challenge of operating without consistent power and the added expense of buying water as contributing factors to the price hike.