Accompanied by Local Government MinisterSyed Nasir Hussain Shah, Irrigation Minister Jam Khan Shoro, Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab, and planning officials, the Chief Minister said that ‘good intentions must now translate into tangible results.’
Expressing clear dissatisfaction with the current pace of work on the vital 2.7‑kilometer K‑IV Augmentation Scheme, Mr. Shah urged authorities to eliminate bottlenecks that are hindering progress.
‘This project isn’t just steel and concrete, it’s the lifeline for Karachi’s water supply. We cannot delay what the city desperately needs,’ he remarked.
Directing district administration and police to offer unreserved support to the Water Board, the Chief Minister stressed that any obstruction bureaucratic or logistical must be addressed immediately.
During the inspection, the CM also reviewed traffic arrangements, drainage systems, and civic cleanliness, urging the local government to adopt a no‑nonsense approach to sweeping and sanitation across the city.
On his way, the Chief Minister took a detailed tour of the BRT Red Line Project, taking stock of construction at different stretches. Officials informed him that after the Sindh Cabinet cleared a provisional payment of Rs 4.8 billion to settle key contractor claims, work momentum has picked up noticeably.
Mr. Shah set firm targets, asking contractors to complete the mixed‑traffic lanes by May 2026 and fast‑track the segment from Tank Chowk to Safoora. He also reviewed progress on several critical structures, including the King Cottage Flyover and Hydrant Underpass, while noting that work on the Mosamiyat Flyover and KU Elevated U Turn was advancing briskly.
‘The roads we build must not just stand tall, they must stand the test of time,’ the CM said, urging quality without compromise.
The Chief Minister also inspected the upcoming Malir Halt Depot, whose construction began on January 15, 2026, with a planned completion in January 2027. Officials confirmed that the Sindh Cabinet has already approved funds for the access road to the depot.
At the 18‑acre former Aladdin Park site now earmarked for depot expansion development activities have officially commenced.
Mr. Shah reiterated that the Red Line BRT project will be a game changer for Karachi’s transport landscape, promising smoother commutes and improved mobility for thousands of daily riders.
‘Our focus remains firm, deliver infrastructure that works for the people, while minimizing their inconvenience,’ he concluded.
