A recent Dawn article details a deepening class conflict in Pakistan, where the country’s masses are bearing the brunt of economic hardship while the elite prosper. The piece argues this isn't a new phenomenon but an intensifying struggle marked by policies that favor the wealthy and neglect the needs of ordinary citizens. Soaring inflation, particularly impacting necessities like food and fuel in cities like Karachi and Lahore, disproportionately affects lower-income households. The author criticizes a system where successive governments have implemented measures – including tax exemptions for the rich and austerity measures for the poor – exacerbating existing inequalities. This has fueled widespread discontent and protests across Pakistan, highlighting a growing sense of injustice. The article suggests that without significant structural changes to address economic disparities, the situation will continue to deteriorate, potentially leading to further instability and social unrest throughout the nation. The author contends that Pakistan is witnessing a systematic transfer of wealth upwards, leaving the majority struggling for survival.