The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has approved a comprehensive city uplift and beautification plan worth Rs4.2 billion for the rehabilitation of major traffic corridors in the metropolis. The plan aims to revive Karachi’s infrastructure with a modern, aesthetic, and international outlook,
According to KMC’s information on Friday, a high-level meeting was held at the KMC Head Office under the chairmanship of Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab, during which the plan was finalized, and directives were issued to float tenders without any further delay to ensure swift execution.
Briefing the mayor, Financial Advisor KMC Gulzar Abro outlined the allocation of funds and confirmed the finalization of development schemes aimed at restoring Karachi’s key arteries and enhancing their visual and functional appeal. The initiative focuses on sustainable infrastructure, improved traffic management, and a greener urban environment to give Karachi a truly modern and international vibe.
Municipal Commissioner Sumera Hussain presented details of the corridors selected for transformation, which include: Rashid Minhas Road from Drigh Road (Shahrah-e-Faisal) to Shahrah-e-Usman via 4-K Chowrangi and Nagan Chowrangi (District Central), SM Taufique Road from Liaquatabad Flyover to Teen Hatti Bridge (District Central), Sir Shah Suleman Road from Karsaz to Nazimabad Habib Bank Chowrangi, and from Habib University to Race Course, Safoora (District East).
All identified routes will undergo complete upgrading and rehabilitation, including the resolution of longstanding sewerage issues, development of lush green belts, improved lane markings, and traffic-friendly designs to ensure smoother connectivity to the city’s inner arteries.
Addressing the meeting, Mr Wahab emphasized the urgency of rapid transformation. ‘Karachi deserves better. I want fast-track and emergency-level execution of these projects. “My leadership, along with the Sindh government, stands fully committed to supporting KMC by bringing all relevant departments together for Karachi’s revival,’ he stated.
The mayor expressed confidence that with the continued support of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, President Asif Ali Zardari, and Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, Karachi would witness sustainable development, a modern outlook, and tangible change in 2026. ‘We will prove that the Pakistan Peoples Party is the only truly public-centric party for Karachi,’ he added.
The meeting was attended by Municipal Commissioner Sumera Hussain, Financial Advisor Gulzar Abro, Senior Director Engineering Junaid Ullah Khan, and Director Media Daniyal Siyal.