Karachi Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab today vowed to protect the city’s parks, recreational areas, playgrounds, and public resources.

According to a statement issued by KMC, he made these remarks while presiding over a meeting of the Department of Recreation and Safari Park, attended by Municipal Commissioner Afzal Zaidi, Financial Advisor Gulzar Ali Abro, Senior Director Recreation Imran Rajput, and other relevant officials.

The mayor instructed that all contracts and tenders for recreational projects must be finalized three months before expiration to ensure timely initiation of work.

He emphasized the immediate addition of new animals, including zebras, to Karachi Zoo. Educational tours for school children to the zoo should be arranged to provide them with an opportunity to observe animals and birds closely.

Wahab directed the development of various recreational projects on the 132-acre land of Safari Park. He also urged the swift progress of plans to establish a water park and sports complex to enhance citizens’ recreational experiences.

“Karachi Zoo currently generates PKR3.756 million monthly from entry fees. Safari Park’s annual revenue target is PKR63.9 million, of which PKR32.7 million (51%) has already been achieved this fiscal year,” tells the mayor.

Wahab highlighted the ongoing development projects at Karachi Zoo and Safari Park, designed to increase public engagement. Coordination with experts in Thailand is also underway for the medical examination of the elephant at Safari Park. The mayor urged young officers to work with dedication, stating that their performance directly impacted the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation’s (KMC) reputation.

“Officers failing to deliver their responsibilities will face strict action. Our focus is on providing better services to citizens and improving KMC’s image,” he conclded.