ISLAMABAD — The Sindh government has decided to launch a large-scale operation to remove encroachments from major roads and public transport routes across Karachi. The decision came during a meeting chaired by Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Thursday, with University Road and routes served by the People’s Bus Service among the priority locations for the first phase.
Police, the city administration and the transport department will jointly remove illegal structures and obstructions that disrupt traffic flow and public transport services. The government will also relocate illegal bus terminals, including the one at Sohrab Goth, to locations outside the city. Memon said road encroachments and illegal bus terminals created difficulties for commuters, disrupted traffic and increased fuel costs.
He directed the relevant departments to coordinate their efforts and take action against illegal occupations. The meeting also discussed plans to establish modern bus terminals outside Karachi through public-private partnerships, expand the Karachi Bus Terminal and accelerate work on a proposed logistics park.