KARACHI: Administrator Karachi Dr. Syed Saif-ur-Rahman said that comprehensive strategy was being implemented to solve urban issues by developing Karachi's basic infrastructure, improving road network in residential and industrial zones and planting trees on green belts with cooperation of relevant industrial associations.

Talking to delegation of Azad Kashmir journalists here, he said that Karachi Metropolitan Corporation was trying to provide better facilities to citizens and for this purpose, steps were being taken to repair roads and footpaths, improve parks and playgrounds and plant trees in different districts of city.

He said that like all big and industrial cities of world, Karachi was facing problems like environmental pollution, which could be countered only through more plantations. Extensive work was going on to make existing parks of Karachi green, which would have positive effect, he added.

Historical buildings were being restored to their original condition, citing example of Empress Market, which was recently renovated with painting work.

"For elimination of encroachments in different areas, KMC is taking steps to provide convenience to citizens. Sports facilities available in KMC Sports Complex have been further increased. Culture and sport events are being organised," he apprised delegation.

Published in The Daily National Courier, February, 22 2023

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