The Sindh government has approved a major development package worth more than Rs20 billion for Karachi, focusing on road infrastructure, traffic management, water supply, drainage systems, and public service improvements across the city.
The approvals were granted during a provincial cabinet meeting chaired by Murad Ali Shah at the Chief Minister House. The meeting was attended by provincial ministers, advisers, senior government officials, and bureaucrats.
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The development package is part of the provincial government’s broader strategy to address Karachi’s urban challenges and improve civic facilities for the city’s growing population.
Rs11.2 Billion Allocated for Road Infrastructure
A significant portion of the funding has been allocated under the Karachi Mega Project. The cabinet approved 11 non-Annual Development Programme (ADP) schemes with an estimated cost of Rs11.198 billion.
The projects include rehabilitation and improvement of several major roads and transport corridors aimed at enhancing connectivity and easing traffic movement across different parts of Karachi.
Among the approved schemes are the rehabilitation of Haji Ibrahim Essa Road, Haji Camp Road, Korangi Link Road, roads connecting Marine Drive in Clifton, Mehran Road, Pajero Road in Scheme-33, Korangi Creek Airbase Road, and the extension of Jinnah Avenue in Gulzar-e-Hijri.
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The cabinet also approved the Baldia Stadium Road project, which will connect Shahrah-e-Orangi with Hub River Road to improve transportation links in western districts of the city.
New Bridges Planned to Reduce Traffic Congestion
To address increasing traffic congestion, the Sindh Cabinet approved the construction of two major bridges at Power House Chowrangi in North Karachi and 4-K Chowrangi in Surjani Town.
Officials believe these projects will significantly improve traffic flow and reduce travel times in some of Karachi’s busiest and most densely populated areas.
Water and Drainage Projects Receive Rs8.8 Billion
The cabinet also approved Rs8.824 billion in additional funding for 16 water supply and drainage schemes under the Annual Development Programme for the fiscal year 2025-26.
The investment is intended to strengthen Karachi’s water distribution network and improve drainage infrastructure, which has long remained a major concern for residents, particularly during the monsoon season.
Authorities expect the projects to help improve water availability and reduce urban flooding risks in vulnerable areas.
Solar Street Lighting Project Approved for Shahrah-e-Bhutto
In another key decision, the provincial cabinet approved Rs171.205 million for the installation of light poles and solar-powered street lights along the 4.5-kilometre elevated section of Shahrah-e-Bhutto passing through Sammo Goth.
The project aims to improve road safety, enhance nighttime visibility, and promote the use of renewable energy solutions within urban infrastructure.
Collectively, the approved projects amount to approximately Rs20.19 billion.
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The chief minister directed the relevant administrative departments to ensure that all payments are made within the current financial year after completion of the required codal formalities.
He said the projects are designed to improve transportation networks, reduce congestion, strengthen municipal services, and address long-standing infrastructure deficiencies across the city.
As Pakistan’s largest metropolitan city and economic center, Karachi continues to face challenges related to population growth, traffic congestion, water shortages, and aging infrastructure.
