Concept Note

On
Street Crimes by Youth in Pakistan

(Sep 29, 2017)

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1. Background

Pakistan population is 207.774 million in census 2017 making it the 5th populous country in the
world. 55% of the total population comprises of the youth. Street crimes have unfortunately
become a regular feature of all big cities of Pakistan particularly Karachi. Armed robbery,
assault and mugging have become a common feature of metropolitan life in Pakistan. Almost
everyone has a story to tell about having a purse or a wallet stolen.

The most common street crime in Pakistan these days is mobile snatching. These robbers come
well-armed and well prepared both physically and psychologically to commit crimes. These
people overpower the victim by fear and weapons. Youngsters these days are very much in fear
about whether to carry a mobile phone or cash while travelling at any time of the day. It is not
just night time that is dangerous for them but also day time. Anytime, anyplace and by any
means, these culprits get hold of helpless and innocent people walking on the street and rob them
of all valuables, cash and mobile phones.

2. Rationale

In order to bring an end to this evil, we must educate our society because only the educated and
the literate can make up a strong and peaceful nation. We must also build a strong family fabric.
Parents should give time to their children and make them aware of the negative effects of these
crimes.

Lastly, efforts should be made to strengthen the police structure so that apprehended criminals
are tried justly and punished duly. Surveillance cameras should be installed at all street corners to
assist the police in catching the culprits. The black sheep within the police force should be
detected and serious action should be taken against them.

3. Objectives

I. To explore the associated factors responsible for the youth involvement in street
crimes
II. To sensitizes the policy makers the social problems of youth
III. Making a policy guideline for youth income generating activities
IV. To propose interventions for income opportunities for youth
4. Outputs and outcomes
4.1Outputs

i. Focus on the carrier counseling of youth

ii. Sensitize parents to oversee their young children not to join the
criminal gangs
iii. Technical training skill to youth for income generation

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 4.2 Outcomes

1) Prosperous future generation to the country of Islamic republic of Pakistan

2) Long term security
3) Control the street crimes in the country

5. Target beneficiaries

Youth in big cities of the counrty

6. Estimated Budget

Total estimated Budget for this granny is 800,000 and 50% of the grant is 400,000