KARACHI: Economists, architects, traders, and business leaders have urged the Chief Justice of the Sindh High Court (SHC) and the Sindh government to address the city’s crumbling infrastructure, overflowing sewerage, and rampant pollution, which have severely impacted business districts and markets.
Speaking to The Express Tribune, they criticized the city’s governing bodies, including the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) and other development authorities, for widespread corruption, mismanagement, and inaction. They called for a comprehensive master plan to rebuild the damaged roads, control encroachments, and repair the collapsed sewerage system.
Architect Arif Hasan emphasized the need for research and proper institutions to devise and implement sustainable plans. Traders warned that Karachi’s deteriorating roads are driving away customers, reducing sales, and increasing costs for residents and businesses.
Business leaders urged the SHC chief justice to take suo motu notice of the government’s failure to address these pressing issues.
Story by GOHAR ALI KHAN