BAMM! EP 643: Why March isn't Ending ?<br />Episode from Series: Sar-e-Rah Chaltay Chaltay<br />Analyst: Dr-Kamran Jawaid Aziz <br /><br />March often feels like the longest month, but March 2026 in Pakistan stretched beyond time itself. The spiritual discipline of Ramadan already slows life—long fasts, altered routines, and late nights—but this year it collided with global and regional crises. The ripple effects of the USA–Israel–Iran war pushed fuel and food prices sharply upward, squeezing daily life and dimming Eid excitement . Petrol prices surged by around Rs55 per litre, intensifying inflation and making even routine travel difficult . At the same time, tensions in the region, including the Pak-Afghan situation, added a layer of uncertainty and anxiety. Even nature joined in, as Karachi faced intense thunderstorms on March 18–19, disrupting life during the last Ashra of Ramadan . Each day carried economic stress, geopolitical tension, and physical exhaustion—making time feel heavier and slower.<br /><br />On top of that, the usual moments of national and festive relief were missing or muted. Pakistan Day passed without its iconic parade due to the oil crisis , while Eid preparations were overshadowed by inflation and limited mobility. Even entertainment couldn’t provide escape—PSL 2026 began under restrictions, with matches held without crowds and reduced venues due to fuel shortages and security concerns . The controversies around it only added to public frustration. So, March didn’t just feel long because of fasting—it felt long because every layer of life, from worship to weather, economy to entertainment, was under pressure at the same time.<br /><br />#BAMMTVpk #PSL11 #RJKamranJawaidAziz #KamranJawaid #March2026<br /><br />@BAMMTVpk @KamranJawaidAziz
