KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has directed the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) and the city’s traffic police to ensure smooth implementation of construction work under the K-IV water supply project, which began on Monday along University Road.
According to a spokesperson for the Sindh CM, a new water pipeline is being laid from Aziz Bhatti Park to the Federal Urdu University under the K-IV project. The chief minister said the project marks an important step toward solving Karachi’s long-standing water shortage problems.
Murad Ali Shah said providing clean and sufficient water to Karachi residents is a top priority of the Sindh government. “This project represents the city’s long-term water security and will help meet the growing water demand in the years to come,” he stated.
The spokesperson said the construction work is currently in progress on a 300-metre stretch from Aziz Bhatti Park to the Federal Urdu University, which has been temporarily closed for safety reasons.
The CM has directed the authorities to provide alternate routes and ensure easy public access to nearby areas. Once this section is completed, the road will be reopened immediately, and the next phase will start without delay.
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A 9.6-foot and 7.2-foot diameter water pipeline is being laid from Aziz Bhatti Park to Hassan Square. It will connect to a major filtration plant in Bahria Town and extend to Gul Bai to meet Karachi’s future water needs.
The CM also mentioned that work on the Red Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor is under way in the same area. The K-IV pipeline is being installed first to avoid re-digging roads in the future. “By completing the pipeline now, we can save time and prevent inconvenience later,” he explained.
Acknowledging minor traffic disruptions, the CM instructed traffic police to remain active in the area, guide commuters, and manage congestion during peak hours. “Traffic police should deploy adequate staff to help citizens and minimize inconvenience,” he directed.
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Murad Ali Shah urged citizens to cooperate with the administration and use alternative routes. “The inconvenience is temporary, but the benefits will be long-lasting,” he said.
He reaffirmed that the K-IV project is vital for Karachi’s future and must be completed within the given timeline. The CM added that several development projects are ongoing across the city and assured that the Sindh government, under the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), is committed to transforming Karachi into a modern and well-equipped metropolis.
