Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah inaugurated the Azeempura Flyover, a major infrastructure project aimed at improving traffic flow in Karachi.
Local Government Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab, and a large number of citizens attended the inauguration ceremony.
Speaking on the occasion, the chief minister said the Azeempura Flyover will connect Shahrah-e-Bhutto, Shah Faisal Colony, Shahrah-e-Faisal, and Karachi Airport, providing a direct link between key areas of the city.
Murad Ali Shah said the project, completed at a cost of Rs1.562 billion, was finished in a record 90 days. He described the flyover as an important initiative to ease traffic congestion and improve mobility in Karachi.
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He said the project will facilitate commuters traveling to and from Korangi, Malir, Shah Faisal Colony, and Karachi Airport, while significantly reducing traffic jams at the busy Azeempura intersection.
“The Azeempura Flyover will provide citizens with safer, faster, and more efficient travel facilities,” the chief minister said, adding that improving the transport network is essential as Karachi remains Pakistan’s economic hub.
According to project details, a 700-meter-long dual carriageway flyover has been constructed under the scheme. The project also includes a 1,255-meter main roadway along with additional link roads.
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Infrastructure upgrades carried out under the project include the rehabilitation of 2,075 meters of drainage systems, construction of 850 meters of footpaths, installation of a new roundabout, median barriers, and a modern street lighting system. Road widening and drainage improvements were also completed.
Murad Ali Shah praised the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) for completing the project ahead of schedule, saying the completion of such a major project within just 90 days reflects the capability of local government institutions.
“Karachi’s residents deserve modern infrastructure, and development projects will continue across the city,” he said.
The chief minister reiterated the Sindh government’s commitment to transforming Karachi into a modern and efficient metropolitan city.
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“Our vision is a Karachi where travel is easy, safe, and fast,” he said.
Local Government Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah said the Azeempura project was designed to address traffic congestion, deteriorating roads, and drainage issues in the area. He added that the flyover would reduce travel times and make traffic management more effective.
Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab described the project as a significant step forward in improving the city’s urban infrastructure.
Murad Ali Shah said the Sindh government would continue working on major development projects to improve Karachi’s infrastructure and public services.
