Karachi Division

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The Karachi Municipal Corporation (KMC) has intensified measures for the safe disposal of industrial and medical waste while simultaneously advancing key urban development projects across the city. Mayor Karachi stated that all institutions, including hospitals and industries, are expected to comply with international safety standards in their waste management operations.
The Mayor directed that facilities lacking proper waste disposal arrangements should coordinate with KMC, which will deploy vehicles to collect waste directly from their premises. He emphasized that the government has already provided the necessary infrastructure for secure waste management, and all institutions must support the administration, as air, water, and environmental resources are shared public assets whose protection is a collective responsibility.
He warned that hospitals or factories failing to dispose of waste safely would face strict enforcement actions. In line with environmental initiatives, the TP-1 wastewater treatment plant has been reactivated, and the first phase of the 20 MGD pilot project has been successfully completed.
Additionally, the process of converting treated water for industrial use has been initiated, with TP-1 in Haroonabad slated for formal inauguration in the coming days.
The Mayor highlighted that development work is ongoing citywide without discrimination, with KMC delivering tangible results. A flyover in Cattle Colony has been completed, and construction on the Azeempura flyover continues under KMC supervision. The condition of Mewa Shah graveyard has also improved significantly, reflecting the administration’s commitment to urban renewal.
He reassured citizens that with one and a half years remaining in his term, the focus remains on public service rather than political gains. Criticizing opponents, the Mayor stated that the performance of various towns is visible and, despite unwarranted criticism or obstacles, efforts for Karachi’s development and citizen welfare will continue unabated.

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The Karachi Traffic Police on Monday closed several key roads across the city’s West and South districts as part of enhanced security arrangements in response to the prevailing security situation.
According to traffic authorities, the closures were implemented to facilitate security deployments and ensure public safety in sensitive areas. Officials stated that traffic diversions had been introduced to minimise disruption to daily commuting and maintain the flow of vehicles across major corridors.
The Traffic Police advised commuters to use designated alternative routes and follow updated traffic advisories issued through official communication channels. Additional personnel were deployed at key intersections to assist motorists and manage congestion during peak hours.
Civic authorities emphasised that such precautionary measures are aimed at safeguarding residents while ensuring continuity of essential urban movement, including access to workplaces, educational institutions, and commercial centres.
Residents and commuters were urged to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and plan travel schedules to avoid inconvenience until normal traffic operations are restored.

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Pasban Democratic Party (PDP) Chairman Altaf Shakoor has expressed serious concern over the continued delay in the Hyderabad–Sukkur Motorway project, stating that the prolonged postponement is negatively affecting economic activity in Sindh as well as the broader national economy.
In a statement issued in Karachi, he said the motorway project holds strategic importance for improving north-south connectivity and facilitating smooth transportation of goods between Karachi ports and upcountry regions. He noted that delays in the project have increased transportation costs, slowed logistics operations, and created bottlenecks in commercial movement.
Altaf Shakoor emphasised that the Hyderabad–Sukkur Motorway is a critical segment of the national motorway network and its timely completion is essential for strengthening trade corridors, supporting industrial growth, and improving regional mobility.
He urged the federal government and relevant authorities to prioritise the project and ensure early commencement of construction work, adding that infrastructure development plays a key role in economic stability, investment confidence, and balanced regional development.
The PDP chairman further stated that continued delays in major transport infrastructure projects undermine economic planning and limit growth opportunities for businesses and communities dependent on efficient road connectivity.
He called for transparent timelines and regular progress updates to restore public confidence and ensure the project moves forward without further delay.