KARACHI: The Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) has added 20 new suction and jetting machines, also called “blue trucks,” to its fleet.
These trucks help clear sewer lines, especially during the rainy season. With the new addition, KWSC now has 142 such vehicles, up from 122, significantly improving the capacity for sewer cleaning, according to a press release.
The announcement came during the inauguration of KWSC’s first police station, the new suction machines, and an electric vehicle (EV) charging station. KWSC Chairman and Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab said the city administration is making fast progress on key projects to improve the city.
“PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has given a clear vision for Karachi — focused development, citizen involvement, and promoting harmony. Following this vision, we have invested Rs630 million to upgrade the sewerage system,” Wahab said.
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He added that three modern service centres are being built at Karsaz, Sakhi Hassan, and SITE Industrial Area/Haroonabad.
Deputy Mayor Salman Abdullah Murad, City Council leaders Karamullah Waqasi and Dil Muhammad, KWSC CEO Ahmed Ali Siddiqui, and other officials were present.
The mayor said the new machinery will soon benefit the public. He noted that steps to improve the sewerage system are being fast-tracked, with new parking zones being created for suction and jetting machines to ensure quick and efficient service.
A major parking area for 25 machines is under development in Haroonabad, covering District West and Keamari, so problems in Manghopir and Keamari can be solved promptly.
KWSC Police Station Laid
Wahab said the lack of a dedicated KWSC police station had been a major hurdle in tackling water theft, as operations previously required outside police support, causing delays. The foundation of KWSC’s own police station marks a historic milestone.
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The new station will have its own staff, allowing the Anti-Theft Cell to operate independently. KWSC courts are also being activated to handle FIR registration and legal cases.
A special tribunal has been formed under the new law, with government-appointed judges and members, to resolve all water theft cases. Wahab said the tribunal will be fully functional in the coming weeks, improving efficiency and transparency.
EV Charging Station
On environmental initiatives, Wahab said promoting electric vehicles is key to reducing carbon emissions. A dedicated EV charging station has been set up at KWSC for employees.
“The policy introduced by Karachi Metropolitan Corporation has been successful, and now it’s being extended to KWSC and other institutions,” he added. He also said the government is working to establish public EV charging stations across the city.
