Karim Baksh, a farmer in Dasht, Balochistan, shifted from diesel-powered irrigation to solar energy after rising fuel prices made diesel unaffordable. His investment in solar panels has enabled him to cultivate watermelons without the stress of fluctuating fuel costs. This personal transition reflects a broader trend in Pakistan, where solar power is increasingly adopted, helping to reduce reliance on imported oil and mitigate energy vulnerabilities amid geopolitical tensions.
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