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Business Recorder
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
K-IV project: A number of key targets achieved: Wapda chief
KARACHI: Wapda Chairman Engr Lt Gen Sajjad Ghani (Retd) has announced that Wapda has succeeded in achieving a number of key targets on Greater Karachi Bulk Water Supply Scheme (K-IV project) and concerted efforts are being made to complete Phase-I of the project in June 2026. During his visit to the Project here on Thursday, he further said that prompt availability of the required funds is the key for completion of the Project as per the schedule. The Chairman had a detailed visit of various work fronts to review construction progress. These work fronts included intake and pumping stations at Kinjhar Lake and water conveyance system comprising pressurized pipelines being laid from Kinjhar Lake to Karachi. The project team along with the Consultants and the Contractors briefed the Chairman about progress on all eight contracts including intake, pumping stations, pipelines, water reservoirs and filtration facilities. Two critical activities i.e. inserting two water carrier pipelines in sleeve pipes at main railways crossing and hydrostatic testing on the first 15 Km of the pipeline have recently been completed, while the second hydrostatic testing for another 25 Km single pipeline will be carried out in June. Timelines for the remaining works and plans to achieve the targets as well as financial progress and requirement of funds were also discussed during the briefing. Cumulative physical progress on the Project is 63 percent. Rs. 75.21 billion have so far been spent on the Project, while PC-I of the Project's Phase-I amounts to Rs. 126.4 billion. Underlining the importance of K-IV Project for Karachi, the Chairman directed the Project Team to excel construction activities to meet the timelines. He also directed them to maintain close liaison with other stakeholders for timely arrangement of power supply by the Government of Sindh and augmentation of the water distribution system by Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC). K-IV Project envisages providing 650 million gallon per day (MGD) water to Karachi from Kinjhar Lake. The Project is planned to be completed in two phases. At present, Wapda is constructing Phase-I to supply 260 MGD water to Karachi. Phase-II, when implemented, will also augment another 390 MGD water to the system for Karachi. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
4 days ago
- Business Recorder
Sindh govt issues code of conduct for collection of hides
Government of Sindh issued the order on the occasion of Eid ul Adha, saying it is expedient to reiterate the code of conduct for collection of hides of sacrificial animals. In a notification, the Sindh Home Department said that collection of hides without permission from the Commissioners/Deputy Commissioners is not allowed. It said that Commissioners/Deputy Commissioners should ensure that only registered Charities / Madaris and Philanthropic Organizations are permitted and no 'banned Organizations shall get permission and/or collect hides under the garb of some other name'. The notification also banned setting up of camps for collection of hides and use of banners for such purposes. 'Use of flags and loudspeakers on vehicles and buildings for making announcements regarding collection of hides is prohibited,' the notification said. Those violating any of these conditions shall have the hides confiscated and carted / disposed by the District Administrations and handed over to the Organization(s) permitted for the purpose, added the order. 'Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) under order / intimation from the District Administrations may conduct random spot checking to ensure compliance. District Administrations may order site inspections and shall be supported by LEAs.
Business Recorder
6 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Sindh bans traditional gifts, child welcomes in schools
The Government of Sindh has issued a notification directing all educational institutions to discontinue the long-standing traditions of presenting Ajrak, Topi, and other gifts during official meetings, as well as stopping the practice of having children welcome guests and officials. 'These instructions must be strictly adhered to in letter and spirit, with no exceptions,' stated the circular. The move aims to enforce simplicity and professionalism in school functions, according to the notification. All government schools and allied institutions must stop offering traditional gifts like Ajrak and Topi during ceremonies or meetings. The practice of deploying students to greet guests, delegates, or officers is now prohibited. The directive applies to all Directors, District Education Officers (DEOs), Head Masters, Principals, and allied institutions across Sindh. A copy of the circular has been forwarded to 16 key officials and departments, including the Sindh Textbook Board, Private Institutions Directorate, and the official website for wider dissemination.
Business Recorder
6 days ago
- Business Recorder
Sindh govt launches drive against excessive fares ahead of Eid
KARACHI: The Transport and Mass Transit Department, Government of Sindh, has launched a campaign against the overcharging of fares ahead of Eid-ul-Adha. In this regard, Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has issued instructions to the IG Sindh Police, all Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners, and senior officers of the Transport and Traffic Police. Senior Minister of Sindh, Sharjeel Inam Memon, has directed all Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners to take immediate action against transporters charging excessive fares in their respective areas. Senior Minister and Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit, Sharjeel Inam Memon, has stated that Eid is a time to be spent with family, and no one has the right to take advantage of people's needs. He emphasized that nobody would be permitted to take advantage of the public on this day. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Youth Empowerment Summit discusses climate change, role of youth
HYDERABAD: On the second day of the Youth Empowerment Summit Sindh, organized by the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Sindh, an important session was held on climate change and the role of youth. Experts highlighted the environmental challenges facing the country and urged young people to play an active role in finding solutions and promoting social justice. Renowned environmentalist from Sindh, Naseer Memon, while discussing the serious impacts of climate change, said, 'At present, this is the country's biggest issue.' He warned that due to climate change, our natural wildlife such as parrots, sparrows, jungle babblers, honey bees, and trees are rapidly disappearing, and the intensity of climatic events has increased. Naseer Memon also identified rapid population growth as a major contributor to climate change and emphasized the urgent need for a nationwide campaign to address it. 'Planting trees is a virtue, cutting them down is cruelty,' he stressed, adding that just like the campaigns against controversial canals, there should also be movements against tree cutting. He blamed the rising heat in Karachi on concrete buildings and stated that 'we must change our way of living.' Climate and environmental journalist Shabina Faraz, responding to questions from youth, said, 'Young people are the real asset of our country and by recognizing their power, and they can bring significant change.' She encouraged youth to raise strong voices on climate change through social and digital media. She further stated that 'just as people united on the issue of controversial canals, the same spirit is needed to combat climate change.' She also highlighted vehicle emissions as a major environmental issue. Javed Soz Halai spoke about the harmful effects of plastic usage, stating that Pakistan ranks 10th in the world for plastic consumption, which is a major cause of climate change. He urged people to stop using plastic bags and bottles, and instead opt for cloth bags and glass bottles. He emphasized the urgent need for climate justice in Pakistan and called on the government to introduce policies to tackle climate change effectively. Speakers agreed that around the world, people are returning to traditional and eco-friendly practices such as using clay utensils and date-palm bags to counter climate change. They asserted that the state is a servant of the people and must protect them from the adverse effects of climate change. A special session was also held on gender inclusivity titled 'Without Gender Discrimination (Trans-gender)', which focused on the challenges faced by the transgender community. Transgender rights activist and Aurat March founder Shehzadi discussed the long-standing issues faced by the community. Referring to historical examples, she said that the rulers of the former Khairpur state had allocated large tracts of land to transgenders. Shehzadi shared that after a long struggle; she was allowed to get a national identity card in 2009. She expressed regret that although NGOs receive huge funds in the name of transgenders, those resources are rarely spent on them. She added that today, transgenders involved in sex work are thriving, while educated ones remain unemployed and distressed. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
