How Karachi’s women got into power: the female electricians lighting up homes in Pakistan
Two hundred women, known as the Light Sisters, have been trained as electricians in Karachi, challenging gender stereotypes and providing opportunities in the male-dominated energy sector
Hasnain says:
“Seher, who wishes there were “more than 24 hours in my day”, reads about 200 electric meters a day with a handheld device that transmits data online. “It’s a lot of work, but I love it,” she says.
At home, her husband, a textile worker, now does more of the domestic chores and helps look after their three children. “A few years ago, brewing tea and sweeping floors felt impossible,” he says. “Today, I chop the vegetables ready for her to make dinner.””
Posted on 2025-03-29T19:25:21+0000