The car parking in the parking lots around parks and other government buildings is free these days though a token is issued at the entrance which gives some sense of security. But, this lasts just for a while because as you approach the park a scary banner warns that parking is at your own risk. Thus, in case your car gets lifted, often under the very nose of the police, you can hold none responsible for negligence.
This system was replaced with the old system of paid parking by the present government. While they are in the parks there is always the lurking fear that on return they might find their car missing which largely takes away the joy of a stroll in a beautiful environment.
The government is requested to withdraw the rather harmful waiver and revive the old system of auctioning the parking lots. Apart from generating the much needed revenue for the Horticulture Department, it will also make the car parking a lot safer.
FAROOQ ZAMAN
Lahore
