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Slum residents spend heavily on racing donkeys amid economic hardship

Funds allocated for children’s need
Screengrab via Youtube
Screengrab via Youtube

Residents of the slums are increasingly investing between thirty to forty thousand rupees each month to pursue their passion for raising donkeys that participate in races.

In Sindh, the combination of a solitary rider and a small two-wheeled wooden cart, along with agile racing donkeys, showcases a unique enthusiasm for this sport.

In Sukkur, four individuals from the riverside slums are prioritizing their commitment to raising racing donkeys.

They also spend hefty amounts each month despite grappling with unemployment, inflation, and severe economic challenges.

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Rather than allocating funds for their children’s needs, they opt to support their racing passion.

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