The grand opening of Dream Bazaar, a new shopping destination in Gulistan-e-Johar, Karachi, turned into a chaotic nightmare on Friday night. What was supposed to be a celebratory event quickly descended into disorder both inside and outside the mall.
The highly promoted event attracted a massive crowd, leading to severe traffic congestion on surrounding roads. As the crowd swelled, chaos ensued, with people forcing their way into the mall despite limited space. Eyewitnesses reported scenes of overcrowding and damage to property, with social media videos capturing the growing disorder.
Inside the mall, the situation worsened as people began fighting and vandalizing the interior. The chaos spilled onto the streets, causing a standstill in traffic as large numbers of people attempted to enter. The situation spiraled out of control, forcing mall authorities to call in the police.
The police arrived to restore order, evacuating the mall and trying to manage the ongoing disturbances. While their presence helped regain some control, traffic issues, and sporadic unrest continued for hours.
The grand opening of Dream Bazaar ended in mayhem, highlighting a severe lack of crowd management and security measures. What was meant to be a dream event for shoppers turned into a nightmare, leaving many caught in the chaos.
