KMC Unveils Rs 60.451 bln budget for FY2026-27

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KMC has approved Rs37.39 billion budget for FY2026-27.
Major allocations include Rs2.17 billion for infrastructure, Rs906.2 million for parks, Rs219 million for Karachi Zoo and Safari Park.
The budget also includes funding for heritage restoration, solar energy projects, drainage improvements, and UC development.
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The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has approved a record budget of Rs60.451 billion for the financial year 2026-27, prioritising infrastructure development, healthcare, parks, sanitation, renewable energy, and digital transformation across the city.

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According to the budget documents, total receipts have been estimated at Rs60.451 billion, while total expenditure stands at Rs60.407 billion, leaving a surplus of Rs44.905 million.

Speaking during the budget session, the Mayor of Karachi said the budget had been prepared to ensure efficient utilisation of available resources while improving municipal services, infrastructure, beautification, and public facilities across the metropolis.

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Engineering, Municipal Services Receive Highest Allocation

The Engineering Department has received the largest allocation of Rs9.272 billion for road construction, bridge maintenance, and infrastructure development.

Municipal Services have been allocated Rs7.760 billion for sanitation, drainage cleaning, solid waste management, and other civic services.

The Medical Services Department will receive Rs6.418 billion to strengthen healthcare infrastructure, upgrade public hospitals, establish specialised medical facilities, and procure modern equipment.

Parks, Sports and Green Projects

KMC has earmarked Rs2.651 billion for Parks and Horticulture to renovate public parks, improve landscaping, and expand green spaces across Karachi.

Another Rs1.441 billion has been allocated for sports and recreational facilities, while Rs2.232 billion will be utilised for transport, parking management, vehicle fleet improvements, and security infrastructure.

The budget also includes Rs250 million for solarisation of KMC buildings and Rs500 million for urban forestry and plantation campaigns aimed at increasing green cover across the city.

Major Development Projects

The development programme includes Rs400 million for road construction, Rs250 million for beautification of streets, intersections and public spaces, and Rs480 million for district-level roads, streets, footpaths, and bridges.

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A further Rs1.2 billion has been allocated for Union Council development projects, while Rs295 million will be distributed as monthly grants of Rs1 million to each Union Council.

The budget also allocates Rs800 million for drain cleaning, desilting operations, and garbage removal throughout Karachi.

Healthcare and Public Facilities

Additional allocations include Rs20 million each for healthcare improvements, sports facilities, and Karachi Zoo and Safari Park.

Funds have also been earmarked for upgrades at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, Karachi Institute of Heart Diseases, Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre, and other municipal healthcare facilities.

District Annual Development Programme

The District Annual Development Programme (ADP), amounting to Rs9 billion, includes Rs2.171 billion for infrastructure projects, Rs906 million for park construction and improvement, Rs379 million for sports and recreation, Rs219 million for Karachi Zoo and Safari Park, Rs60 million for healthcare projects, and Rs36 million for information technology initiatives.

The remaining Rs5.174 billion has been allocated as a block provision for new development schemes.

Revenue Sources

According to the budget, the largest source of funding is the Government of Sindh grant amounting to Rs37.389 billion, followed by Rs9 billion under the District ADP and Rs5.95 billion generated through KMC’s own resources.

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Additional revenue will come from the Land Department, Property Tax Department, GIS, Parking, Medical Services, Engineering, Zoo and Safari Park, Waste Services, and Parks and Horticulture departments.

Focus on Digital Transformation

The Mayor said the new fiscal plan also focuses on digital governance through GIS mapping of property records, expansion of the SAP management system, and implementation of digital payments through the RAAST platform to improve transparency and financial management.

He said the budget reflects the administration’s commitment to developing a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable Karachi while improving municipal services and quality of life for residents.

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