Balochistan, Feb. 17 -- People in Noshki say sweeping movement restrictions imposed by Pakistani authorities have upended daily routines just as Ramadan approaches, leaving families scrambling for food and traders counting losses.

Bazaars are ordered shut from 6 pm until 9 am, the very period residents rely on for shopping before iftar and ahead of sehri, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

According to The Balochistan Post, locals stated that the schedule makes ordinary preparation for the fasting month nearly impossible. With doors closed during peak demand, many households say they are struggling to secure flour, fruit, and other staples in time.

"We cannot shop when we actually need to," multiple residents said, describing anxiety...