Construction sector a vital part of Karachi’s sustainable development: Waqasi

Pakistan People’s Party Parliamentary Leader in the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Karamullah Waqasi, has said that the active participation of the construction sector is indispensable for Karachi’s sustainable development, modern urban planning, and the provision of improved basic civic facilities to its citizens

KARACHI, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 15th Jul, 2026) Pakistan People’s Party Parliamentary Leader in the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Karamullah Waqasi, has said that the active participation of the construction sector is indispensable for Karachi’s sustainable development, modern urban planning, and the provision of improved basic civic facilities to its citizens.

He stated that the Government of Sindh and the KMC are taking practical measures to modernize the city’s infrastructure and provide lasting solutions to urban challenges through a comprehensive development strategy.

Karamullah Waqasi said that the meeting between Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab and a delegation of the Association of Builders and Developers (ABAD), led by its Chairman Hassan Bakhshi, was highly productive and result-oriented.

The meeting featured detailed discussions on ongoing development projects in Karachi, the promotion of the construction sector, urban infrastructure, the development of informal settlements, traffic management, and strengthening cooperation between public institutions and the private sector.

The spokesperson said that Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab rightly emphasized that the construction industry serves as the backbone of Pakistan’s economy, providing livelihoods to millions of families across the country.

The sector plays a vital role in economic activity, investment, employment generation, and urban development. Therefore, strengthening this industry is essential not only for Karachi’s progress but also for the country's overall economic growth.

He further stated that the Government of Sindh and the KMC are jointly focusing on the development of roads, bridges, drainage systems, parks, public amenities, and modern infrastructure projects to transform Karachi into a modern, safe, organized, and progressive metropolitan city.

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Improving public services and enhancing the quality of life for citizens remain among the highest priorities of the present municipal leadership.

Karamullah Waqasi added that the KMC is working on modern development models for the uplift of informal settlements to provide residents with improved housing conditions and essential civic facilities. In this regard, cooperation from the ABAD and the broader private sector is of great significance. Effective partnerships between public institutions and private stakeholders can help implement sustainable development projects that contribute meaningfully to the city's overall progress.

He further noted that traffic congestion remains Karachi’s most pressing urban challenge. To address this issue, several infrastructure and traffic management projects are currently underway. The proposal to establish modern parking plazas is also an important component of this strategy, which is expected to improve traffic flow, reduce parking-related issues, and provide greater convenience to citizens.

Welcoming the ABAD’ appreciation of KMC’s ongoing development initiatives and its assurance of full cooperation, Karamullah Waqasi said that strong collaboration between the government, municipal institutions, and the private sector is the key to Karachi’s sustainable development, modern urban infrastructure, and public prosperity.

He reiterated that under the dynamic leadership of Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab, every available resource will be utilized to transform Karachi into a modern, well-planned, and prosperous metropolitan city equipped with world-class civic infrastructure and public facilities for all its residents.