the road u r seeing on ryt side is not a main road..its basically a service road..only widen for some time bcoz of construction of bridge...once this bridge will open..they will again make that road a service road..& only 2 lanes will be there for poeple who want to turn left or take uturn..

the main question again arises why its been built for an straight traffic??????

At least the city gets a good cleaning when it rains as all the garbage floats away.

Extactly my thought good mind reader ajmeri baba :crazy:

The garbage doesn't go away, but blocks most of the sewage drainages & ends up in liyari nudee or beaches.

The city usually ignores effective ways to deal with its grabage disposal :ohno:

the main question again arises why its been built for an straight traffic??????

So that people on Sh. Faisal going towards Saddar can make a right turn or u-turn under the bridge, and so that people can take left turns and u-turns from the other side as well. There used to be a signal here and it was a major clog point.

Bahria Tower,Google Earth
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Benazir Park
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What is this place?

Nagan Interchange :D

What is this place?

Nagan Interchange :D

http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/3391/62948140185841206114003.jpg (http://img340.imageshack.us/i/62948140185841206114003.jpg/)

OK, I don't think I've ever been to this area.

OK, I don't think I've ever been to this area.

Yes you have, dont be silly. Its Nagan Chowrangi dude!

which neighborhood is it in? Any other landmarks around this junction?

I live a couple of miles from here, that's all you guys need to know.

crescent bay update
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The City District Government Karachi (CDGK) has prepared a summary regarding 12 mega development projects in the city worth Rs 2 billion scheduled to start this fiscal year.

The approval of provincial authorities has been sought for four new flyovers, six major avenues, a storm water drain and a causeway on Malir River.

This was stated at a high level meting of CDGK officials convened by City Administrator Fazlur Rehman at the district coordination officer’s camp office on Thursday, where CDGK works and services executive district officer (EDO) Rasheed Mughal briefed the city administrator on the mega projects.

Mughal revealed that the proposed sites for flyovers included the Korangi Crossing and a point near Abbasi Shaheed Hospital. These two projects were estimated to cost Rs 350 million each.

Another flyover, costing Rs 200 million, would be constructed at the Ibn-e Sina Road, which would connect storm water drains of Korangi and Gujjar Nullah, he said.

He said that to streamline vehicular volume and reduce traffic gridlocks, the administrator has proposed immediate construction of six roads.

The new roads have been proposed from Model Colony Avenue to Khokhrapar (Rs100 million), from Paracha Chowrangi to Northern Bypass (Rs 300 million) and a 4.5-km road from Mausamyat Chowrangi to Super Highway (Rs 200 million).

The cost of construction of roads around Banaras Chowk and adjacent areas has been estimated at Rs 782 million, while a road from Manghopir mazar to Surjani Chowrangi would cost around Rs 150 million.

In order to resolve the issue of storm water accumulation, the CDGK would also construct a storm water drain from Shahrah-e-Noor Jahan to Dr Ziauddin Hospital with an estimated cost of Rs 200 million. On the occasion, the city administrator directed the officer to complete the mega projects within the timeframe as specified in PC-I. He added that the bridge on Malir River should be of double track, which must be completed within the estimated cost of Rs 150 million.

Rehman further asked the EDO that to conduct a detailed survey of key roundabouts where traffic volume remained overwhelmingly high.

The CDGK might then prepare a strategic plan for reshaping of roads and constructing more flyovers, he stated.

While talking to Daily Times, Rehman said the coalition government especially Sindh governor Dr Ishratul Ibad, Chief Minister Qaim Ali Shah and the local government minister despite tremendous difficulties, have supported the onward development projects to keep moving and give a boost to local investors and industry.

He said amid various challenges such as flood and influx of flood victims, CDGK departments especially works and services was preparing the PC-I of mega projects. The Sindh Planning and Development Department has already forwarded PC-I documents to the Sindh technical committee for final approval.

“We are ready to launch the mega projects within 24 hours of receiving the final approval and maintain world standards,” vowed Rehman.

He said these mega projects would open new avenues for economic activity and create employment opportunities for locals.

They would also provide sustainable routes for industry, transport sector, labourers, contractors and others and would further improve the city’s aesthetics, he concluded.

We really need a flyover at Korangi Crossing. Hope they build it. But that place isn't wide enough for the construction to take place while the traffic still flows. I wonder if they will close off the junction until construction happens. That would be much worse for those of us whose universities are in Korangi (CBM, BizTech, KIET)

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During the meeting Administrator Fazlur Rehman has while taking strict notice of the breaking of Sharae Faisal–Rashid Minhas Road Flyover directed EDO Works & Services to appoint the consultant without delay so that the repair of flyover, change of its roof or construction of new flyover could be decided. The EDO W&S on this occasion said that the bridge was not having any serious problem and it was only due to the plying of more heavy goods carrier and trailers on this bridge that has caused some problem and this will be solved with the change of slab of flyover. He further said that planning was underway in coordination with the traffic police to provide alternate way for heavy trailers and goods carriers.

Source (http://http://221.132.118.186/cdgk/NewsDetails/tabid/255/NewsId/3159/Default.aspx)

City District Government Karachi has performed leveling work of oil tankers terminal on 150 acres land in Zulfiqarabad. Oil tankers can now be stationed here without any hurdle.

This was stated by Karachi Administrator Fazlur Rehman during a visit of the oil tankers terminal in Zulfiqarabad on Monday. He was accompanied by EDO Works & Services Rasheed Mughal, EDO Transport Ateeq Baig and other officers.

Administrator Karachi on this occasion directed concerned officials to obtain the approval of complete master plan of oil terminal from master plan department so that the terminal could equip with all necessary infrastructure.

He said that the estimated cost of the project according to PC-1 is Rs1200million while the international standard facilities at the terminal will be provided on gradual basis. With the completion of leveling work and start of construction of entrance gate and boundary wall now this place can be used for stationing of oil tankers.

EDO W&S while giving a briefing said that the oil tankers land has been leveled within 15 days and it is now ready to contain oil takers without any problem.

He said that the outer roads of the terminal have also been completed and the preparation of internal roads and layout plan was underway which will also complete in few days.
EDO Transport said that the by laws for use of terminal were under preparation which will be approved through council resolution.

He said that though the terminal was expected to house all existed oil tankers in the city, however another 50 acres oil tankers terminal has also been planned at RCD Highway for Balochistan bound tankers.

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A 22 story high rise called Noman Castello is in hot water due to Karachi Grammar school parents and ex students disputing that this high rise building is dangerous for the little kids.

http://tribune.com.pk/story/55415/kgs-parents-ex-students-meet-to-fight-22-storey-project/

A 22 story high rise called Noman Castello is in hot water due to Karachi Grammar school parents and ex students disputing that this high rise building is dangerous for the little kids.

http://tribune.com.pk/story/55415/kgs-parents-ex-students-meet-to-fight-22-storey-project/

It's such a horribly ugly building that I hope it never gets built. And the KGS parents managed to stop the new American consulate being built in the area so Noman Builders probably have very little chance of getting permission. Unless, of course, Zardari is a partner, in which case they'll only manage to build a few floors before Zardari is gone.

The building is kinda ugly but still wouldn't mind if it gets built. And speaking of Zardari lets hope Bahria Icon Tower gets built by 2013.

How is a building dangerous for kids? They'll look at the girls playing? WTF!

These people should go die. They should preferably drown themselves in the epic nallah next to KGS, which reeks of a smell worse than Kemari. And what about the Saddar campus? That doesn't have buildings around it which can see inside the school? Dipshits trying to stop development in the area because of 'security concerns'. Piss off NIMBY's.

Blog post which comments on the 'protest' in more diplomatic language:
http://blogs.tribune.com.pk/story/2208/i%E2%80%99m-from-kgs-and-i-can%E2%80%99t-study-next-to%E2%80%A6-flats/

Administrator Karachi Fazlur Rehman has directed Karachi Water & Sewerage Board to perform the shifting of water and sewerage lines from Banaras Chowk within 3 days so that the construction work of bridge and road carpeting could go alongside.

He was inspecting the works of Banaras Chowk Flyover with EDO Works and Services Rasheed Mughal and other officers of city government and KWSB.

During the visit Administrator Karachi also directed to begin the construction and repair of roads beneath and around the flyover.

EDO Works and Services gave a briefing on this occasion. He said that the PC-1 of the construction of 2km long roads on both sides of the bridge has been sent to government for approval which also includes the construction and repairing of adjacent roads and bridges and shifting of water and sewerage lines. After completion of these entire works flyover will be opened for traffic within a month.

Administrator Karachi said that in order to solve the traffic problems of whole area, construction of roads has been made part of the project of bridge. He also issued instructions for beautification of the area.

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These people should go die. They should preferably drown themselves in the epic nallah next to KGS, which reeks of a smell worse than Kemari. And what about the Saddar campus? That doesn't have buildings around it which can see inside the school? Dipshits trying to stop development in the area because of 'security concerns'. Piss off NIMBY's.

Blog post which comments on the 'protest' in more diplomatic language:
http://blogs.tribune.com.pk/story/2208/i%E2%80%99m-from-kgs-and-i-can%E2%80%99t-study-next-to%E2%80%A6-flats/
It's less about NIMBYism and more about these rich influential bastards ego-tripping. They're doing it just because they can. I bet if you ask them how exactly does a building puts them in danger, they'd be like 'uhh..uhhh...uhhhh...it does'.

The same thing happened at PAF chapter in late 90's. The parents had a problem with hi-tension lines coz they can give cancer. That's actually true, but if you have a problem with that then pull out your child from that school.

Hey, I'm an ex-Grammarian, so I'm biased, but the reality is that Karachi is one of the worst planned big cities in the world. In fact, there is hardly any planning control. Everyone seems to do whatever they please and more than 50% of the city is built on illegally encroached slums with no planning control at all.

The few decent neighborhoods that exist are being destroyed with random buildings. There is no concept of quality control or aesthetics.

This particular building seems like a cheap and ugly monstrosity. If it was at least nicely designed I might support it. I can imagine cheapos from Kharadar moving in and parking their donkey carts outside.

Noman Builders should take their project and build it in Saddar somewhere.

Hey, I'm an ex-Grammarian, so I'm biased, but the reality is that Karachi is one of the worst planned big cities in the world. In fact, there is hardly any planning control. Everyone seems to do whatever they please and more than 50% of the city is built on illegally encroached slums with no planning control at all.

The few decent neighborhoods that exist are being destroyed with random buildings. There is no concept of quality control or aesthetics.

This particular building seems like a cheap and ugly monstrosity. If it was at least nicely designed I might support it. I can imagine cheapos from Kharadar moving in and parking their donkey carts outside.

Noman Builders should take their project and build it in Saddar somewhere.

I disagree that Karachi is one of the worst planned cities in the world instead it is very much planned contrary to the general view of the public. If you see the google earth you would find it yourself.

And how does Google Earth explain that it is well planned?

And how does Google Earth explain that it is well planned?

500 Million Dollar question! I am also thinking about the same thing!

I disagree that Karachi is one of the worst planned cities in the world instead it is very much planned contrary to the general view of the public. If you see the google earth you would find it yourself.

What I mean by bad planning is not the overall layout of the city, which is not so bad with wide streets etc, but the lack of planning control over what is built and the lack of proper infrastructure. The details are where the problems lie.

For example, most of the city is devoid of footpaths and people walk on the roads. There is hardly any storm-water drainage and the city gets submerged every year. Most of the city neighbourhoods are built on illegally occupied land and are mostly slums with unplanned, unpainted and ugly houses. Most of the land meant for parks has illegally sold to commercial builders.

The nice areas are a little better organized but they probably make up less than a 25% of the total area of the city. And even there you can see the neglect. Lack of drainage, footpaths, traffic lights, road signs, landscaping etc. And a lot of ugly buildings, especially the commercial ones.

Recently they've been making a lot of improvements in the city but they have a long, long way to go before it comes anywhere near international standards. Even the new flyovers are not very well planned or built.

If I was the mayor of Karachi I would get consultants from abroad to create a new master-plan for the whole city and impose strict building and aesthetic standards. No ugly construction would be allowed and everyone would be obliged to properly finish their houses and buildings and paint them.

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whats this ?

^^building monument for Shaheeds of Karsaz Tragedy

I hate these politically motivated half-ass monuments.

Such a waste of tax payers money.

And they ruined the most beautiful green patch in Karachi for that....

What was in that area before....a garden?

Sadly, Dick statues like these are found in every Park in Pakistan! :ohno:

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What was in that area before....a garden?

Shahra-e-Faisal.:ohno:

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Sadly, Dick statues like these are found in every Park in Pakistan! :ohno:
And the builders will never come to visit this site.

The City District Government Karachi (CDGK) has completed the Bacha Khan flyover and would open it for public as soon as the provincial government provides Rs 700 million for construction of link roads around the much delayed project.

Around two million people would benefit from the flyover, located in the limits of three town municipal administrations including Orangi Town, SITE Town and North Nazimabad Town, which has taken three years to be completed.

The CDGK has sent the PC-I summary to the provincial government for sanctioning the required funds to complete pending development works, which has been approved and the funds would be released shortly, Daily Times learnt from reliable sources.

The provincial government had deferred the flyover’s construction for a year which led to the revision of PC-I cost for the third time, causing the estimate to increase four folds. The reasons for the delay included the area’s law and order situation, lack of funds, shifting of electric poles and high-tension cables, and the underground water and sewerage infrastructures.

Visiting the construction sites of Bacha Khan and Tipu Sultan flyovers on Sunday, City Administrator Fazlur Rehman took serious note of the slow construction pace at the flyovers and issued a warning to the contractors to complete the construction.

Noticing hold of construction at Bacha Khan flyover owing to non-payment of approximately Rs 60 million to the contractor, Rehman ordered immediate payment of Rs 20 million to complete the remaining works on time.

He directed the CDGK works and services executive district officer Rasheed Mughal to expedite the construction of link roads and storm water drains near the flyover. He further directed him that necessary legal action should be initiated against the construction firms if they fail to improve.

Does anyone have an up-to-date list of flyovers in Karachi? There are a lot of flyovers in Karachi now. Of all the sites on the internet, we should compile a list of them if it isn't available.

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ADMINISTRATOR KARACHI APPROVES CONSTRUCTION OF 3 FLYOVERS

Administrator said that the increased volume of traffic was creating problem at Water Pump Chowrangi (Shara-e-Pakistan|) while the construction of flyover at Habib Bank Chowrangi would make the whole corridor from Sharae Faisal to Hawksbay signal free.
He said that the roundabout at Shaheen Complex was also facing problems due to increased volume of traffic at I.I. Chundrigar Road. All these problems would be solved with the early construction of flyovers.

Source (http://www.karachicity.gov.pk/)

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ADMINISTRATOR KARACHI APPROVES CONSTRUCTION OF 3 FLYOVERS

Administrator said that the increased volume of traffic was creating problem at Water Pump Chowrangi (Shara-e-Pakistan|) while the construction of flyover at Habib Bank Chowrangi would make the whole corridor from Sharae Faisal to Hawksbay signal free.
He said that the roundabout at Shaheen Complex was also facing problems due to increased volume of traffic at I.I. Chundrigar Road. All these problems would be solved with the early construction of flyovers.

Source (http://www.karachicity.gov.pk/)

are they gonna build signal free corridor at water pump chorangi????
i live their.. in yousuf plaza

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:applause:

^^
Dude, it's not obligatory to post in every thread you see.

DHA Executive Board Meeting held
KARACHI, Oct 28 (APP)- A special meeting of DHA’s Executive Board chaired by its President, Corps Commander Lt. Gen Shahid Iqbal, was held here at Headquarters 5 Corps to approve DHA’s development budget for the fiscal year 2010-2011.A DHA statement here on Thursday said that the Corps Commander asked the DHA staff and management to build continually upon the trust of the Housing Authority, to maintain transparency and professionalism in all their undertakings and to uphold DHA’s good name, reputation and credibility at all cost.


He also stressed on the need to revive the Hospital project in DHA Phase-VIII for provision of a top-of-the-line medical facility and subsequently the establishment of a medical College for the welfare and well being of DHA’s residents and citizens of Karachi.
Gen. Shahid Iqbal directed the DHA to get DHA City project included in the loop of Mass Transit System 2030 of Karachi which would substantially reduce the traveling time from DHA City to the metropolis.
He also desired that DHA should evaluate developing projects like state-of-the-art theme park, Disney Land, a food court etc in the recently launched DHA City Karachi project on Super Highway in the early stages of its development to create attraction and enhance the credibility of the area.
The Corps Commander said that this would give a boost to fast track development of the new satellite estate.
The Executive Board approved a development strategy for DHA to ensure speedy and substantial infrastructure development of phase-VIII and other ongoing development works in DHA.
Early completion of DHA City Karachi project within the stipulated timeline was also the significant feature of the envisaged strategy.
Director Finance DHA said that a record amount of Rs. 4.3 billion including Rs. 2.6 billion for Phase-VIII development has been earmarked in the budget for undertaking intense multifaceted development works in the Housing Authority.
A sum of Rs. 1.25 billion has been separately earmarked for master planning and other development works of DHA City Karachi for this year.
Revival of stalled waterfront projects has also been stressed in the budget.
The Board was further informed that recovery of refurbishment charges was must to ensure speedy and uninterrupted development of DHA Phase-VIII as per the stipulated schedule.
Director Development DHA said that development works to be undertaken this year included construction of two car parking plazas at Zamzama and Stadium commercials, construction of Dalton Shopping Mall, construction of three Sewerage Treatment Plants, construction of DHA Sports Club and a host of other development projects.
The infrastructure development works in DHA Phase-VIII will include construction of roads, streets, water reservoirs/supply lines, infrastructure development of Sector B, C and E-8, Zulfiqar Commercial area and electric woks etc. Sector B of Phase-VIII will be opened for construction next year.
Administrator DHA, Brig Aamer Raza Qureshi, presented the vote of Thanks and said that Lt. Gen Shahid Iqbal during his tenure as President Executive Board made epoch making contributions towards the achievement of objectives of the Housing Authority.
He said that President Executive Board infused a spirit of versatility and dynamism in the organization by giving a futuristic vision culminating into initiation and completion of projects of historic significance.

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Carpeting of one track of Banaras Flyover will be complete within a week while the construction of the road around the bridge will start from Tuesday. Karachi Administrator Fazlur Rehman paid a visit to the under-construction flyover on Monday. On this occasion he directed officers of the Works and Services Department to ensure round-the-clock constriction work on roads and storm water drains. He expressed concern on the failure to shift the12-inch diameter water supply line by the Karachi Water & Sewerage Board (KWSB) despite earlier instructions and that has creating hurdles in the execution of the development work. He again directed the KWSB to take immediate measures for the shifting of the pipeline without delay so that the project could be completed as soon as possible. Administrator Fazlur Rehman said that this was a big project of the city government and the construction of surrounding roads and storm water drain also held equal importance. He said that this project would not suffer due to financial constraints because the city government was making regular payments to contractors. Since June 2010 a sum of Rs390million had been paid to a contractor firm and more amounts would be paid, if required. During a briefing on this occasion Administrator Fazlur Rehman was informed that the carpeting work of one track of the flyover would be completed within a week while the construction of roads around the flyover would begin from Tuesday. Construction of a storm water drain was already under way and the Rs700million project was expected to be completed soon.

What is the progress of Domen Towers and Cresent bay at Clifton Karachi.

What is the progress of Dolmen Towers and Cresent bay at Clifton Karachi.

Could someone explain what the purpose of this flyover is?

hope this wud do..

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You should have put an arrow on the bridge to show that the traffic on it will be going towards the airport. Knowing the No0bs here I wouldn't put it past them to still ask which direction the traffic on the bridge will be going. The bridge is open now, btw.

So uhhhh..............which direction will traffic be flowing towards on the bridge? :shifty:


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driving through this intersection really was a nightmare before this bridge was built. In my recent trip to Krunchy, I once stood in traffic at this intersection for a good 17-18 minutes!!!!!! The smog got so bad that my eyes started burning. People started cursing at the tullah who was "controlling" the traffic and only then did he let us go. It really was a freakin nightmare!

I wonder if this bridge has made a difference? Brightness would you be able to elaborate on the effectiveness of this bridge.............not asking your lazy ass to take pictures, just words would suffice. :sly:

It has definitely improved flow of traffic at this point of Sh. Faisal. But I think your memory is fuzzy, there is no way you stood at the main artery of Karachi for 17 minutes. I remember it used to be ~4 mins, which used to seem like eternity. Or if you really did, the wait time might have had something to do with construction of this bridge or VIP movement or something. At any rate, now you just use the bridge and you don't even have to slow down :D

Over bridge, traffic will flow from port to airport !

It has definitely improved flow of traffic at this point of Sh. Faisal. But I think your memory is fuzzy, there is no way you stood at the main artery of Karachi for 17 minutes. I remember it used to be ~4 mins, which used to seem like eternity. Or if you really did, the wait time might have had something to do with construction of this bridge or VIP movement or something. At any rate, now you just use the bridge and you don't even have to slow down :D

I know for a fact that I stood in traffic for 17 mins because I kept looking at my watch and I was throwing a hissyfit and the driver kept repeating this dumbass line from a stupidass indian movie which went something like "baray baray shehron mein aisi choti choti baatein to hoti rehtein hain" :crazy:

The flow of traffic is always slow from this bridge to so karsaz.

Koi new pull ki opening ho rahi hai kya? Jabse MK gaya hai, progress slow ho gayi hai :(

So they have finally abolished the Mayor's post? I heaed Zardari was thinking of doing that.

Yup, we have an 'administrator' now. Who knows who he is. This constant flip flopping on the structure of government has been a major detriment to the ability of Pakistan's institutions to grow.

Creek Vista
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Creek Marina
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So all 8 towers are under-construction !

Wow! :happy:

Creek Vista
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Cool! Now who else saw the infinity symbol?

nice shots..!!

The progress is much slower than I'd expect for Creek Marina, but good to know that at least something is U/C

Lucky One - 31 story x 8
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It's approved by KBCA and will be completed by 2015. The location is in F.B Area
http://eleken.com/LuckyOne.html
www.kbca.gov.pk/NOC%20for%20sale%20letters/.../Lucky%20One.doc

Cool! Now who else saw the infinity symbol?

I can already see
people who will b living there have servants who are playing in this garden,
their children jumping in these little pools which was filled occasionally with rainy water which will eventually turned filthy,
management wont b interested to fillup the pools and failed to keep them clean and people with shalwaar kameez out of the pools,
youth servants playing cricket and banging residence's windows in urge to hit boundaries,
outside in the car park line of taxis, and their drivers sitting along footpath smuging cracks [posh loving it!],
on the roof numerous broken satellite dishes and water tanks to store extra water
and and and .... :lol:

im sorry but it will happen :bash:

[QUOTE=Aashiq;68268627]Lucky One - 31 story x 8
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It's approved by KBCA and will be completed by 2015. The location is in F.B Area
nice project but city center looks better and other 2 projects are 95% complete according to website, it would be great if someone from karachi give us update about it, maybe mehdi bahi will do something i guess. :nuts:

Lucky One - 31 story x 8
http://eleken.com/images/LuckyOne.jpg

It's approved by KBCA and will be completed by 2015. The location is in F.B Area

Its situated opposite of UBL Sports complex, Al-Fazl mill stop,& Lucky one is named after the Lucky Group(textile, cement) this mill is in a demolishing stage& the lower part of the building in the pic colored one is the booking office, as exact as shown in the Pic its been iiluminated in nights

Looks like the DHA is expanding all the roads in phase 8 :happy:

I can already see
people who will b living there have servants who are playing in this garden,
their children jumping in these little pools which was filled occasionally with rainy water which will eventually turned filthy,
management wont b interested to fillup the pools and failed to keep them clean and people with shalwaar kameez out of the pools,
youth servants playing cricket and banging residence's windows in urge to hit boundaries,
outside in the car park line of taxis, and their drivers sitting along footpath smuging cracks [posh loving it!],
on the roof numerous broken satellite dishes and water tanks to store extra water
and and and .... :lol:

im sorry but it will happen :bash:

Do you realize it is an Emmar project? They won't let that happen, and pathetic low class people cannot afford to live there.

Which is tallest building in karachi present now?
I heard they have some supertalls in the planning stage. Is it correct?

They will remain in the planning state for a long while, because the economy is not where is should be right now for construction of supertalls to be going on. Right now the tallest building U/C is a 60 fl building, information about it's height has not been available so far.

They will remain in the planning state for a long while, because the economy is not where is should be right now for construction of supertalls to be going on. Right now the tallest building U/C is a 60 fl building, information about it's height has not been available so far.

Thanks mate....

Karachi definitely has got the potential to host many supertalls if the country attains more financial and political stability... We, south asians are really blessed with natural resources and the wise will be those who capitalizes on the given resources and work towards a prosperous future by safe guarding its people's interests....

[QUOTE=Aashiq;68268627]Lucky One - 31 story x 8
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It's approved by KBCA and will be completed by 2015. The location is in F.B Area
nice project but city center looks better and other 2 projects are 95% complete according to website, it would be great if someone from karachi give us update about it, maybe mehdi bahi will do something i guess. :nuts:

I wish I could. I have just reached back to Khi after my frequent and odd tours. Life is just too busy. I might send some updates very soon InshaAllah.

Some generic building by Kalla Pull

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Some generic building by Kalla Pull

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This building has been in this state (minus the cladding) for a couple of years now. I think FK once told us that it is the new campus of some educational institution.

I actually took these two or three weeks ago. I know the building's just been lying like that for a while. But I noticed they had started cladding so I thought what the hell, lets take a low quality picture :colgate:

Mere bhai, it's almost 2 kms from Kala Pul. It's near FTC interchange.

I actually took these two or three weeks ago. I know the building's just been lying like that for a while. But I noticed they had started cladding so I thought what the hell, lets take a low quality picture :colgate:

Oh so this is what the "much vaunted" updates by Brighty look like! :shocked:


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TAKE SOME PROPER PICTURES OF OTHER STUFF YOU JACKWAGON! >(

Mere bhai, it's almost 2 kms from Kala Pul. It's near FTC interchange.

Isn't FTC interchange called Kala Pull? Several people I know call it that.

Oh so this is what the "much vaunted" updates by Brighty look like! :shocked:


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TAKE SOME PROPER PICTURES OF OTHER STUFF YOU JACKWAGON! >(

The quality of my pictures reflects the quality of the project being depicted :smug:

Isn't FTC interchange called Kala Pull? Several people I know call it that.

No you NOOB. :laugh: Kalapul is where the Food street has been built.


The quality of my pictures reflects the quality of the project being depicted :smug:

Dontchoo get clever with me boy! >(

Isn't FTC interchange called Kala Pull? Several people I know call it that.



The quality of my pictures reflects the quality of the project being depicted :smug:

No you NOOB. :laugh: Kalapul is where the Food street has been built.




Dontchoo get clever with me boy! >(


Aaah, the mysterious kala pul, whose everybody knows the name of, but nobody knows the location. Pretty much every bridge around kala pul (now FTC too) is called kala pul. But I've usually heard the bridge that leads to Korangi Road (after you turn left from FTC) being called kal pul. That's close though. There's a small bridge next to it, and that's called kala pul, it actually is black from all the smoke (I guess train exhaust). Chances are none of you have ever used that brdige and probably never will. I, obviously, have, but I'm awesome like that.

KARACHI: Spread over an area of 9,000 acres in Deh Chuhar, Karachi, Education City aims to provide a centre of excellence which will bring together the best intellect both locally and from abroad as well as to provide an environment most conducive to learning.

The Education City project is the manifestation of the vision of Benazir Bhutto, stated Chief Minister Qaim Ali Shah at the foundation-stone laying ceremony of Education City’s administration enclave at the CM House on Saturday. Guests included cabinet ministers, advisers, senior government functionaries, foreign delegates and academics. The Sindh Board of Investment was given the task of implementing this project. It will offer a blend of junior schooling, higher learning as well as educational and vocational training. It will house renowned educational institutions from Pakistan and all around the world to provide a range of exciting and challenging programmes that meet the needs of students who wish to study abroad.

The target number of institutions is 50 to 70, housing an estimated population of 150,000 students.

The topographical survey of the land has been completed. A satellite image has already been obtained to check for any fresh encroachment.

A draft Education City Act has has been prepared by board and will be given a final stamp of approval by stakeholders. One billion rupees has been allocated in the provincial budget for 2010-11 for educational progress.

Source:http://img560.imageshack.us/img560/2521/tribunepk.jpg (http://tribune.com.pk/story/89307/investment-foundation-of-education-city-laid/)

Don't know if these buildings are new or not but look very awesome!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIMpaajEpOE

Maymar City Tower is the latest project by Maymar Housing Services. It is on Sir Syed Road, off Tariq Road, behind Rabi Center. Basement + 2 shopping floors + 3 parking + 6 apartment floors. This is being built on the same plot which had Maymar's Head Office for many years.

http://www.maymar.com.pk/maymar-citi-details.php

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Looks decent, it will fit in with the type of buildings going up around Tariq Road and those completed in that area recently. But like always, I hope it is maintained properly once built.

Don't know if these buildings are new or not but look very awesome!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIMpaajEpOE

Yup, the Bahadurabad/Tariq Rd area has seen a lot of such 10-12 (some are a few floors taller) floor buildings built very fast in recent years, and several are currently U/C. It is the quintessential upper middle class area of Karachi.

Looks decent, it will fit in with the type of buildings going up around Tariq Road and those completed in that area recently. But like always, I hope it is maintained properly once built.

Yes I agree. All other buildings in and around that area are about the same height. The builder, Maymar Housing Services, will have a five year contract post completion of the project for full maintenance after which the residents will have to make their own association.

Millennium Mall
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^^
Where? I see a lot of wall chalking. :laugh:

Yay.............graffiti..........alright............:no:

City District Government Karachi (CDGK) has failed to complete its development projects within the stipulated time, although Administrator Karachi, Fazl-ur-Rehamn, has recently claimed that CDGK completed all its projects within specified time. In a statement on December 23, 2010, the Administrator said that the city government had completed all development projects within the stipulated time and the ongoing projects would also be completed within time.

However, Business Recorder learnt that various uplift projects have not yet been completed despite the lapse of timeframe stipulated for completion of the projects, which included Banaras Flyover, Jail Chowrangi Flyover and the road leading from Abdullah College to Anda More (North Nazimabad).

On November 08, 2010, Fazlur Rehman had said that a track of under construction Banaras Flyover would be completed within a week and the construction of roads around the bridge would start from November 09, 2010. Despite the passage of 48 days after the announcement, the flyover has not yet been opened for one way traffic, while CDGK has not yet started construction of the roads.

The said flyover connects the city areas with Orangi Town and some parts of Baldia Town. Worst king of traffic congestion on the road leading from Banaras to Orangi has become a routine affair, causing immense problems to the commuters and motorists. The flyover project was initiated on December 14, 2007 with the estimated cost of Rs 550 million with the aim to resolve the traffic congestion issue.

The residents of the area are also facing severe problems due to the delay in competition of the project. Though the Jail Chowrangi Flyover has been opened for traffic, but it is still incomplete, as one of its lope leading towards Central Jail is yet to be constructed. While various projects including flyovers at Malir Halt, Malir No 15, Jinnah Terminal, and PIDC have been abandoned just after laying their foundation stones.

Progress of mega projects, policy matters reviewed

DHA’s Executive Board meeting was chaired by its President, Commander 5 Corps Lt Gen Muhammad Zahirul Islam, at Corps Headquarters here on Monday.

A DHA statement said that the new Corps Commander in capacity of President Executive Board (PEB) DHA took oath of his office and later presided the board meeting to review the pace of progress of DHA’s mega projects and other policy administrative matters.

It said that the PEB termed the board as an important policy making organ formulated to take prudent and appropriate decisions, which should contribute to the overall improvement of living standards and provision of better civic amenities to the residents.

He also stressed upon the need to take residents on board while undertaking any mega development-cum-infrastructural improvement venture in DHA for the residents. He said that residents’ associations should work in tandem with DHA to achieve the goals of efficient, vibrant and dynamic civic life.

The board took serious notice of non-functional status of DHA Cogen Power and Desalination Plant since a prolonged period of time thus exacerbating the problem of water scarcity in DHA. Defence Housing Authority (DHA) informed the house that despite having no role in the management of the plant, DHA has adopted a proactive role since the last two months and a number of meetings have been held with all stakeholders.

DHA is looking for all possible options to revive the project at the earliest however it will take time, as well as, lot of investment will have to be made.

The board was also informed that a consultant association of experts was hectically engaged in the erstwhile preparations of a unique master plan for the recently launched DHA City Karachi project on Super Highway.

The board was further informed that efforts were being made to include Malir Express Way along Malir River in the CDGK Karachi 2020 Transportation Plan.

This road, connecting DHA City Karachi to the metropolis, would significantly reduce the distance of DCK from Karachi.

The board was given a briefing on FAR (Floor Area Ratio) by experts who conceptually explained its impact on civic services (sewerage, water and electricity etc), its impact on traffic volume and its effect on environment in the area.

The study was necessitated on popular demand of some owners of plot on Korangi Road who wanted to build high-rise office-cum-commercial towers at the location. The board was informed that development work in Sector B of DHA Phase VIII would be completed by March 2010 and the area would be opened for construction accordingly.

The board also approved an incentive scheme of waiver of surcharge in Sector A and B of DHA Phase VIII for the plot owners who would pay the lump sum amount of their outstanding dues between Jan 15, 2011 to Mar 31, 2011.

The surcharge already paid by any plot owners earlier would be credited against their 3rd and 4th installments.

The board also approved an amendment in DHA Building Byelaws prohibiting construction/designing of the main gate of a bungalow in the centre of the plot to discourage the tendency of construction of duplex houses on a plot.

Expressway along Malir River would be epic. Having said that, the Lyari Expressway is always empty. They've also removed the tullas from there now. They probably can't even pay their pays using toll. They really should've gone with interchanges at all major roads, coz right now it's rather useless.

Expressway along Malir River would be epic. Having said that, the Lyari Expressway is always empty. They've also removed the tullas from there now. They probably can't even pay their pays using toll. They really should've gone with interchanges at all major roads, coz right now it's rather useless.

you r wrong..they r getting gud amount from toll..yesterday i saw tullas petroling on LEW..i think u should go to LEW & stand there atleast 5-10 mins..u will se 6,7 cars every min..& 2,3 cars per min even after 12am

you r wrong..they r getting gud amount from toll..yesterday i saw tullas petroling on LEW..i think u should go to LEW & stand there atleast 5-10 mins..u will se 6,7 cars every min..& 2,3 cars per min even after 12am
Tullas may not be there when I was there (couple of times). But 6-7 cars/minute? and 2-3 cars/minute after 12? Surely you can't be serious by calling that traffic? It's like only 1 flight operating to Karachi Airport per week. I get more traffic in my street. Basically you just agreed with me. And that is why I called it empty. There should be at least 20-30 times more traffic. It's all thanks to not having an interchange at Rashid Minhas Road.

The Transport Department of the City District Government Karachi (CDGK) has completed the construction of 45 pedestrian bridges over different major thoroughfares and signal-free corridors (SFCs), and is building six pedestrian bridges at various areas of the city, The News learnt on Tuesday.

Moreover, the department concerned is waiting for approval of a plan by the federal government to construct 30 more pedestrian bridges.

According to official documents obtained by The News, the construction of eight pedestrian bridges over SFC-I has been completed, while three pedestrian bridges have been built on Sir Shah Suleman Road — one each at Karim Plaza, Essa Nagri and Baloch Hotel. Over the same corridor, five bridges have been completed on Hakim Ibne Seena Road — one each at Gharibabad, Sharifabad, Liaquatabad Town Office and Nazimabad No.2.

Nine pedestrian bridges have been constructed over SFC-II, including six bridges on 5000-Road at different locations — one each at Shadman No2, Akhtar Restaurant, UP Mor, 2-Minute Chowrangi, Bara Market and near Salim Centre.

Another pedestrian bridge over the same corridor has been constructed on Rashid Minhas Road near Raza Square. Over the same corridor, one pedestrian bridge has been completed at Dhaka Sweet and another at Oxford School on Rashid Minhas Road.

Moreover, 15 pedestrian bridges have been constructed over SFC-III, which include one each near Karachi University Gate, near Civic Centre, near Expo Centre, two at Preedy Street, one on Nizami Road and other near Mazar-e-Qauid, and one on New MA Jinnah Road near Pardah Park. At the same corridor, bridges have been constructed on University Road, including at PIB Pumping Station, Mumtaz Manzil, Baitul Mukarram Masjid, Faizana-e-Madina, NIPA Flyover, Ibne-Seena Hospital, Safari Park and at NED Gate.

At SFC-IV, four pedestrian bridges have been completed by the city government on Sharea Faisal, including one each at Awami Markaz, Chhota Gate, FTC and near the Karsaz Flyover.

Besides SFCs, pedestrian bridges have also been constructed over major thoroughfares, including one at Nawab Siddique Ali Khan Road, four on Shahra-e-Pakistan — one each at Karimabad Flats, Ancholi Bus Stop, Naseerabad Bus Stop and at Madni Masjid.

One pedestrian bridge has been constructed on a link road that joins Shahrah-e-Noor Jahan with Qasba Colony. Besides one bridge has been completed each on Manghopir Road near Bismillah Hotel, Shahrah-e-Quaideen near PECHS Girls College and IBA Institute, Garden.

According to these documents, six pedestrian bridges are under construction - one each on Korangi Road near Qayyumabad, Road-5000 near Nagan Chowrangi, University Road opposite Sindh Technical Board, Rashid Minhas Road near Millennium Mall, University Road near Jail Chowrangi and Korangi-8000 near Darul Uloom.

Sources in the CDGK informed this scribe that a project of 30-plus pedestrian bridges has been sent to the federal government for approval. Under the project three pedestrian bridges would be constructed on II Chundrigar Road — one each near Jang Office, on Talpur Road and one at City Railways Station. The project also entails constructing pedestrian bridges at some locations over SFC-II. Three overhead bridges would also be constructed on the Shaheed-e-Milat Expressway where pedestrians face immense difficulty in crossing the road.

According to sources, the construction of one pedestrian bridge costs around Rs15 million to Rs20 million.

The sources said that as per their criterion they consider constructing a pedestrian bridge at a spot where road-crossing accidents occur at least five times a month.(:nuts:)

Lulz Rs. 15-20 million for something people don't even use.

30 pedestrian bridges x 2 crores each = Rs. 60 crores

With that money, CDGK can easily make 2 flyovers on Shahrah-e-Faisal (SFC - IV)...

Pedestrian bridges are actually used by most people in most places in Karachi now. It is only random aunties and bus conductors who don't use them to cross.

Pedestrian bridges are actually used by most people in most places in Karachi now. It is only random aunties and bus conductors who don't use them to cross.

^^ Yeah..most people use PB now..bcoz of F____ Grill under the bridge.which dont let them cross the road without using bridge..If CDGK remove those grills..98% people will not use PB..:lol:

Pedestrian bridges are actually used by most people in most places in Karachi now. It is only random aunties and bus conductors who don't use them to cross.
Except those aunties who think they have a pair of tits they don't even have to look at the traffic. They just walk in their burqas. I wish I could just run them over, but I just shout obsenities at them.

Except those aunties who think they have a pair of tits they don't even have to look at the traffic. They just walk in their burqas. I wish I could just run them over, but I just shout obsenities at them.

+1

When crossing the they road, they even dont bother to look at traffic coming towards them:ohno:, the driver has to do all the work :bash:

When riding my bike, when i see aunties of that type, i ride towards her slowly the press the horn with full power, and they literally start jumping:lol:

On the directive of Governor of Sindh Dr. Ishrat-ul-Ebad Khan and Chief Minister Sindh Syed Qaim Ali Shah Board of Revenue Sindh has handed over 1490 acres land to City District Government Karachi for its various projects including wholesale market, warehouses, truck stand and others around Northern Bypass.

The board has allotted 1070 acres of land in Gadap Town which will be used for 12 city government projects while 5 acres of land has been allotted in Kemari Town for five other projects.

Under the plan city government will use 50 acres land for Iron Market, 70 acres land for Electronic Market, 100 acres of land for warehouses, 100 acres of land for pipe factory, 250 acres of land for marble city, 60 acres of land for wholesale market, 50 acres for asphalt plant, 100 acres for timber market, 75 acres for car showrooms, 50 acres for paper market, 75 acres for cloth market, 150 acres for truck stand, 50 acres for cold storage, 100 acres for furniture market, 100 acres for slaughter house, 50 acres for Kabari Market and 60 acres for Anaj Market.

This may be noted that city government Karachi had planned to shift the wholesale markets and warehouses from inner and dense areas outside the city.

A meeting was held in Governor House on 1st June which was attended by Governor of Sindh Dr. Ishrat-ul-Ebad Khan, Chief Minister Sindh Syed Qaim Ali Shah and other high officials of Sindh Government.

It was decided in the meeting to hand over the land to City Government Karachi for its various projects.

DCO Karachi Muhammed Hussain Syed along with EDO Revenue Roshan Ali Shaikh on 2nd January visited this land and submitted complete report to Board of Revenue Sindh that the land was not encroached upon and therefore could transfer to city government for its projects.

In only two days the Board of Revenue handed over the land to City District Government Karachi where planning for these projects was underway.

DCO Karachi Muhammed Hussain Syed has directed EDO Works & Services to speed up work on under construction Banaras Chowk Flyover.

He also instructed that the official work for payment to contractor should also complete without delay.

During a visit of the flyover on Thursday where he was accompanied by EDO Works and Services Rasheed Mughal and EDO Municipal Services Masood Alam, DCO Karachi said that the project was already delayed and now it should complete without further delay. “Early completion of this project would provide convenience to citizens”, he said.

DCO Karachi also directed W&S department to remove any hurdles in the completion of this project including payment to contractor.

He instructed EDO Works and Services to contact with KWSB for immediate shifting of 15 inch dia sewerage line from the construction site so that development work could carry on without any obstacle.

Meanwhile DCO Karachi on Thursday again visited North Bound part of Lyari Expressway. On this occasion he said that Lyari Expressway holds much importance for the city and the city government has already started work on the removal of encroachments from its route to complete work as soon as possible.

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DCO stands for what?

DCO stands for what?

I think DCO stands for District Coordination Officer.

District Coordination Officer..!!

Karachi Deep sea Port
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=az6otCkASXQ&feature=player_detailpage

I think DCO stands for District Coordination Officer.
Thanks. And has that position replaced the mayor?

Thanks. And has that position replaced the mayor?

Didn't the Administrator replace the mayor position? The current administrator is Lala Fazlur Rehman, known for getting drunk on duty.

Spring residency
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This is somewhere in Gulastan e Iqbal on university road, I see 2 huge and rising buildings. If anyone knows the name it will be appreciated.
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Translation?

This is somewhere in Gulastan e Iqbal on university road, I see 2 huge and rising buildings. If anyone knows the name it will be appreciated.
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Lakhani Presidency.

Going over the new Gizri Flyover, from Punjab Chowrangi towards Defense, one sees a new high rise building right next the naval housing scheme. Any ideas what this new building is? I will try and get pics of this under construction building soon.

Lakhani Presidency.
Thanks it wont be tall as I thought it would be then.

Going over the new Gizri Flyover, from Punjab Chowrangi towards Defense, one sees a new high rise building right next the naval housing scheme. Any ideas what this new building is? I will try and get pics of this under construction building soon.

Bahria Complex 4 I think.

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It has like a whitish crane right?

LOL...you already have the pics up (talk about a quickie ;))......

Yup that is the building and it looks like a decent project....but no news about it :(

The City District Government Karachi (CDGK) has opened the completed track of Tipu Sultan Road for traffic, while construction work on the second track was underway.

The Administrator of Karachi, Fazlur Rehman on Friday along with the Executive District Officer (EDO) Works and Services, Rasheed Mughal and the EDO of Municipal Services, Masood Alam visited the under construction project and directed authorities to speed up the rate of work.

In a briefing, he was informed that the construction of two tracks on Tipu Sultan Road that connect Shaheed-e-Millat Road to Sharah-e Faisal, along with the construction of footpaths on both sides and a storm water drain was being carrying out at the cost of Rs32million.

Rehman was also informed of the Ad-grade Construction at the recently completed flyover, with surrounding roads and footpath was also underway at the site.

Administrator Karachi said that not only Tipu Sultan Road, but also the Baloch Colony Flyover will also be made signal free in the next few weeks.

Administrator Karachi said that a thorough plan has been prepared to solve traffic problems in this area.

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KARACHI: People crossing a newly constructed flyover of Banaras Chorangi where low quality material is used due to which road is fractured without any load on it before its opening.

Construction of roads beneath the Banaras Flyover will start from today (Monday) as the city government has arranged financing of Rs500 million for this project.

This was stated by Administrator Fazlur Rehman during a visit of the under-construction Banaras Flyover on Sunday. He called a meeting at the flyover which was attended by Managing Director Karachi Water and Sewerage Board (KWSB) Misbahuddin Farid, Executive District Officer (EDO), Revenue, Finance and Planning Roshan Ali Shaikh, EDO Works and Services Rasheed Mughal, the contractor and other concerned officers.

The meeting which lasted around two-and-a-half hours discussed and reviewed the problems faced by the project regarding construction of roads beneath and around the flyover.

It was decided to start the remaining work on the flyover from Monday round-the- clock and be done with it as soon as possible.

It was informed during the meeting that the PC-1 of the construction of roads beneath and around the flyover at a cost of Rs750 million was already dispatched to the Sindh government and work would begin after the approval of PC-1.

The administrator said that city government would arrange an amount of Rs500 million under bridge financing procedure and the work on the construction of roads and storm water drains should start from Monday.

He also directed the KWSB to start shifting of the 33-inch diameter water line within two days, adding that the city government would be paying the cost of pipes to the pipe factory.

The administrator, while expressing displeasure over the delay in start of work, said that it was the duty of the Works and Services Department to solve all such problems or to bring the same to the notice of senior officers. He said that despite shortage of resources all these issues could be dealt with through a better strategy and proper planning and all these projects should be completed rapidly.

The administrator of Karachi, Fazlur Rehman, has said the city government will complete the development work on the Sharea Faisal flyover being built near the Jinnah Hospital, the Tipu Sultan Road Flyover and the Mehmoodabad Intersection Flyover within a week.

The administrator made this claim during a visit to all three flyovers, along with Executive District Officer (EDO) Works Rasheed Mughal.

While inspecting the projects, he directed the Works and Services Department to consult and coordinate with the Transport & Communication Department for the construction of footpaths below the flyovers to avoid any traffic-related issues.

He also directed officials concerned to speed up the construction work being carried out on Tipu Sultan Road. During his visit to the Baloch Colony flyover, Rehman said that construction work there must be carried out round the clock to make the bridge signal-free as soon as possible.

While inspecting the work being carried out at the flyover near the Jinnah Hospital, the administrator ordered the plantation of saplings under the bridge to ensure that the landscape of the area looked beautiful.

He directed the authorities to make all the necessary arrangements to inaugurate those projects. He said the completion of those projects would help make Sharea Faisal a signal-free zone, while construction work on other projects in that corridor would begin soon.

He also directed the EDO of the Works and Services Department as well as the chief engineers to visit their respective areas to ensure immediate repair work on footpaths and roads.

The City District Government Karachi (CDGK) has completed one track of the Banaras Flyover and the track could be opened to traffic anytime now. The second track of the Banaras Flyover will also be completed after the completion of work on joints in 15 days.

The administrator, Karachi, Fazlur Rehman, on Monday paid an unscheduled visit to the under-construction flyover at Banaras Chowk, where he enquired about progress on the project during the last one week.

Rehman had last Sunday called a meeting at the Banaras Flyover to deal with problems with the completion of the project. On Monday, the engineer concerned, while briefing the administrator, said that work on the development of the flyover had been expedited.

The Karachi Water & Sewerage Board has also started repairing leakages in its pipelines and this work will be completed in 15 days. He further said that the city government was also constructing storm water drains and roads beneath the flyover.

He said that development work beneath the flyover would be accomplished once one track of the flyover was opened to traffic and the whole project would be completed in the minimum possible time.

The administrator said that the city government had arranged the provision of Rs500million through bridge-financing for the completion of the remaining development work on the flyover to spare the people further inconvenience.

He directed that the project must now be completed without delay and the remaining work should be speeded up. The administrator also warned that he would be paying surprise visits to development projects and in case of any negligence or carelessness the officer concerned would have to face disciplinary action.

Under construction Navy Apartments opposite of National Stadium.

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This video shows you the different projects going on in the DHA-Clifton area including Creek Marina, Center Point, the residential building beside center point, Dolmen City, Sofitel Tower etc.
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Construction of Creek Marina has been halted according to the man in this video.

Under construction Navy Apartments opposite of National Stadium.

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What are those pillars next to the apartments?

^^
idk maybe something to do with the building.

Falak Arcade - 14 floors
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Falak Residency
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Officers of the City District Government Karachi’s (CDGK) Works and Services Department have been directed to complete all petty work projects in the city, especially those on the city’s corridors, without further delay.

District Coordination Officer, Karachi Muhammad Hussain Syed issued these orders while addressing a meeting of the department on Thursday, which was attended by EDO Works and Services Rasheed Mughal and other officers.

He warned that the concerned chief engineer would be removed in case of any negligence, or carelessness.

He urged them to perform all kinds of small and petty works, which could have been done without delay and were still awaiting their attention.

He cited the examples of broken curbstones alongside roads, out of order streetlights, wrecked parts of some roads and other such small works.

The DCO said that these works could have been done without hiring services of consultants; therefore, the officers should do these works immediately.

He also directed the department’s officers to work out a procedure in which consultants are hired only where they are needed. Action should be taken against the officers if they do not do the paperwork correctly.

The EDO on this occasion gave a briefing about the development works. He said that a sum of Rs 2,113 million had been earmarked in the Karachi Package for the year 2010-2011 that will be used for 11 development projects and the PC-1 of the same has been already submitted to the Sindh chief minister for approval.

These schemes include Tipu Sultan Road Flyover, PIDC Flyover, Jinnah Terminal Flyover, AO Clinic Flyover, Construction of Roads around Bilawal House, Construction and Repairing of Nehr-e-Khyam and Shahrah-e-Saadi. Besides these projects, 25 other schemes have also been prepared for the Karachi Package 2011-2012, which include Shaheen Complex Flyover, Habib Bank SITE Flyover, Water Pump Flyover (Shahrah-e-Pakistan), Ayesha Manzil Flyover, Construction and Repairing of Airport to Quaidabad Road and Bridge from Bakrapiri to Thaddo Nullah for which a sum of Rs 2,945million will be required.

The summary of these projects was also submitted to the Sindh government’s Planning and Development Department. He said that the federal government had approved seven schemes for the Karachi Package and the delay in these schemes was due to non-release of funds.

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Sindh governor inaugurates ‘Causeway’ at Korangi


KARACHI: Sindh Governor Dr Ishratul Ibad Khan said that the government is trying its best to complete ongoing development projects on time, besides beginning new ones in Karachi. He was talking to media here on Saturday after the inauguration of “Causeway” at Korangi Industrial Area. He said that the national development depends on Karachi’s development. He said the projects of K-4, Lyari Expressway, Mass Transit and solid waste would soon be started in Karachi. He said that the government had invited four industrial estates of Karachi for carrying out development work in industrial estates; for this purpose the government of Sindh had released a fund of Rs.250 million. On the occasion, the Governor appreciated efforts of Korangi Industrial Trade and Estate for completion of causeway at a cost of Rs120mn within one year. He said that the causeway would not only provide benefits to industrial area but also work as an alternate road for Karachiites.

http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2011\02\13\story_13-2-2011_pg12_7

Too much is going on in Karachi :)

What is the "cause way"




Sindh governor inaugurates ‘Causeway’ at Korangi


KARACHI: Sindh Governor Dr Ishratul Ibad Khan said that the government is trying its best to complete ongoing development projects on time, besides beginning new ones in Karachi. He was talking to media here on Saturday after the inauguration of “Causeway” at Korangi Industrial Area. He said that the national development depends on Karachi’s development. He said the projects of K-4, Lyari Expressway, Mass Transit and solid waste would soon be started in Karachi. He said that the government had invited four industrial estates of Karachi for carrying out development work in industrial estates; for this purpose the government of Sindh had released a fund of Rs.250 million. On the occasion, the Governor appreciated efforts of Korangi Industrial Trade and Estate for completion of causeway at a cost of Rs120mn within one year. He said that the causeway would not only provide benefits to industrial area but also work as an alternate road for Karachiites.

http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2011\02\13\story_13-2-2011_pg12_7

Once you pass PAF Chapter, kept left (there's a Caltex pump there) and there's this road that's parallel to the Shaheed-e-Millat extension/Korangi bypass. Don't be afraid and take that road, it'll will eventually lead you to the causeway. Originally the causeway (a very poor one) was made by English Biscuits (or maybe Continental) for their employees and anyone could use it if they paid an honor-toll. I never saw anyone pay it though.

wow Falak Arcade render and the final outcome looks the same!

Once you pass PAF Chapter, kept left (there's a Caltex pump there) and there's this road that's parallel to the Shaheed-e-Millat extension/Korangi bypass. Don't be afraid and take that road, it'll will eventually lead you to the causeway. Originally the causeway (a very poor one) was made by English Biscuits (or maybe Continental) for their employees and anyone could use it if they paid an honor-toll. I never saw anyone pay it though.

Could you point it out on Google Maps? I have never been on it.

Could you point it out on Google Maps? I have never been on it.
I can if you tell me how to do that...

See if this works
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=google+maps+karachi&wrapid=tlif129761778944110&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=Karachi,+Pakistan&gl=us&ei=fBNYTdWHOcfDgQf3ktjRDA&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=image&resnum=1&ved=0CBcQ8gEwAA

I can if you tell me how to do that...

Take a screenshot of said area from Google Maps............you dinosaur...........and draw the route on it in paintbrush.

..........you dinosaur.......or as they say in Pakistan "dan-a-sawr"


:laugh:

Once you pass PAF Chapter, kept left (there's a Caltex pump there) and there's this road that's parallel to the Shaheed-e-Millat extension/Korangi bypass. Don't be afraid and take that road, it'll will eventually lead you to the causeway. Originally the causeway (a very poor one) was made by English Biscuits (or maybe Continental) for their employees and anyone could use it if they paid an honor-toll. I never saw anyone pay it though.

They have really improved that road, now it is pretty decent quality. Earlier it used to be a pot-hole filled excuse of a road. But all those MQM flags and reflectors in MQM colors are highly unnecessary. Really helps out students whose universities are in Korangi, we no longer have to take that 1-1 road between KPT and Korangi crossing where trucks and buses the size of 2 football fields are hurtling towards oncoming traffic in the opposing lane! I can't help but imagine how badly my body would be mangled in case of an accident while I'm on that road.

But I had read they are going to construct a flyover at Korangi Crossing. I don't see anything there yet, that place has a huge traffic jam every day. And children of all these rich people have to go through there to get to CBM, so I guess something will be done within the next few years. Too bad I won't be able to benefit from it, just like we had no flyover in front of our school when I was at PAF Chapter :ohno:

* DCO Karachi says one track to open within a week, while the other in a month

Political violence has swallowed many lives in the past at Orangi Town, questioning the efforts of the law enforcement agencies in maintaining peace in the vicinity.

The major reason, which escalates the crime ratio in the area, is the delay in inaugurating the Bacha Khan Flyover, through which the residents can get a safe passage in and out of the area. The rift between two political parties has caused delay in the inauguration of the much-needed Bacha Khan Flyover at Banaras, Orangi Town. The flyover is complete and ready for inauguration but clashes between the political parties are continuously creating hurdles.

The dwellers of the locality while talking to this scribe said the construction work on the flyover has been going on since the last four years but has not yet been completed due to political reasons.

However, when contacted District Coordination Officer (DCO), Karachi Muhammad Hussain Syed, he said, “One track of the flyover has been completed and will be opened within a week, while work is going on on the second track and it will open in a month.”

The dwellers said that the tug of war between two political parties has left the inhabitants of Orangi Town and other neighborhoods at the mercy of street criminals.

The emotionally charged dwellers, especially of Orangi Town, have several times requested the kingpins of both the parties to resolve their differences so that they could live in peace.

They said the delay in the inauguration of the said bridge has not only escalated the crime ratio in the area but also provided an easy way out for criminals to escape after committing heinous crimes.

Even though there are three exits - Banaras, Metroville and Kati Pahari – of Orangi Town, none of them is considered as a safe passage for travellers during ethnic clashes, they maintained.

They said the inhabitants of Orangi Town were confined to their homes for several weeks even after the ethnic clashes as miscreants hunted them at alternate routes, which created food scarcity in vicinity.

They said even though one track of the flyover had been completed months ago, it was not opened for traffic due to political reasons, which compelled travellers to opt for other routes where they lost valuables and sometimes even their lives.

Despite making several pledges, the authorities concerned are not showing any interest to materialise the said project, which has left the inhabitants of Orangi Town and other neighborhoods in hysteria. They said that they would open the flyover for traffic in case of further delay.

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great shot ashiq!:cheers:

What is the "cause way"

its a road elevated by a bank, usually across a broad body of water.
A causeway is a raised pathway that has sand, marshland or water underneath it. some modern causeways are constructed along the sea and looks like bridge but they're still called causeway because they often do not allow movements of ships or boats underneath them.

I think it will be just like that.


http://i1131.photobucket.com/albums/m549/Haseeb_Shahid/causeway-300x199.jpg

^^ u wish

IT is not surprising that the Karachi mass transit plan has been shelved for the umpteenth time. It is little consolation that a similar plan for Lahore has remained on paper for years, and Islamabad has no such project at all. First proposed for Karachi in 1971, the plan visualised a five-and-a-half-mile ‘spine’ underground railway running from Liaquatabad to the Tower. It was to be expanded in phases. The Zia regime abolished the KDA’s mass transit cell but later, during the same period, Mr Junejo revived it. Many governments later, an Indus Mass Transit Company was established, with several foreign firms and lending agencies pledging money. The first phase of the new scheme envisaged an overhead line from Sohrab Goth to Cantonment Railway station, subsequent blueprints proposing more lines. The plan was once again shelved, and a foreign firm threatened legal action for Pakistan’s unilateral abandonment of an international agreement.

The Japanese must have regretted their interest in Karachi’s circular railway. Built in the Ayub era, the KCR served a useful purpose. It brought workers from the outlying areas to the Sindh Industrial Trading Estate and connected the line to the harbour and the national railway system for cargo movement. Over the decades, it ceased working because it was running losses, and all Japanese attempts to revive it were frustrated. What is lacking is neither money nor technical help but political will. No government has the wisdom and will to give mass transit systems to our cities with burgeoning populations. Since 1971, many developing cities built enviable rapid tran-sit systems — Singapore, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Kolkata, Delhi, Tehran and Cairo — but our projects have only remained an idea, with millions of rupees spent on a plethora of feasibility reports and countless changes in blueprints. Surface transport has reached its limits, and all Pakistani cities experience regular and nerve-racking traffic jams, with more cars coming on roads every day. There is no other way these jams can be removed and millions of man-hours and precious fuel saved except by giving these cities cheap, comfortable and fast transit systems.

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One side of flyover is inaugurated...

Disgusting that it's named after Bacha Khan.

^^
calling truce between ANP and MQM:dunno:

But Bacha Khan was a traitor.

^^ Who gives a crap! As long as we have a flyover, you should be happy!

I care because we are naming flyovers after traitors. He referred to Quaid e Azam and Muslim league as dogs.

We have taken revenge by building this flyover in 4 years....:lol:

Bacha khan flyover! http://www.lahorerealestate.com/ads/public/img-1298126528.jpg

hmmmm! I hope it looks good after finishing! at the moment it really is not! . And wtf with those heavy transmission line poles, right in the center of flyover:ohno:

Props for putting those plastic Jersey barriers.

It really looks weird...

Governor Sindh Dr Ishrat-ul-Ibad along with Chief Minister (CM) Sindh, Qaim Ali Shah officially opened a track of the Banaras Flyover for traffic.

While talking to a delegation of dignitaries of the area on this occasion, the governor of Sindh said that 95 percent of the construction on second track had already been completed and the remaining work would be finished soon.

He assured the delegation that the construction of roads beneath and surrounding the Banaras Flyover would be completed within the next three months.

He said the government has the knowledge that residents are facing problems and it is trying to complete the construction work soon.

The provincial interior minister, Zulfiqar Mirza, the provincial minister for local bodies, Agha Siraj Durani, the provincial minister for information technology, Raza Haroon, the health minister, Dr Saghir Ahmed, the provincial labor minster, Amir Nawab Khan, the advisor to CM Waqar Mahdi, Rashid Rabani, District Coordination Officer (DCO) Karachi, Muhammad Hussain Syed and other officials besides dignitaries of the area were present on this occasion.

During a briefing on this occasion, it was revealed that this is the first flyover of Pakistan which spans over 1644 metres and it has width of 24 metres to 27 metres. The flyover is being constructed at the cost of Rs1.15 billion. 862 pillars and 350 girders were used in the construction of the flyover.

The chief minister and the governor also monitored under construction of roads beneath and surrounding the flyover. The City District Government Karachi (CDGK) is constructing these road with the cost of Rs850 million.

Earlier on the arrival of the governor and the chief minister at Banaras Flyover, hundreds of people gathered at the site and welcomed them by clapping and chanting slogans.

The spectators on this occasion requested a meeting with the governor and the chief minister. A delegation of dignitaries of the area met with them and besides congratulating them on opening of track they also demanded that repair work on the roads under the flyover and in its surrounding areas should be sped up, as the people, especially the traders were facing numerous problems.

Look at those kids running on the flyover and what do those flags represent?

That flyover looks shit, the quality is terrible! And why couldn't they just paint straight lines instead of going around the transmission lines? It's like a little kid was coloring around objects :crazy:

Uhh, I don't see any pictures of the flyover. What are you guys referring to?

Uhh, I don't see any pictures of the flyover. What are you guys referring to?

Post # 10391

Indus Valley student designs shade for Clifton beach (http://tribune.com.pk/story/123514/indus-valley-student-designs-shade-for-clifton-beach/)

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The prototype canopy was presented at the IVSAA on Thursday. PHOTO: EXPRESS

By Samia Saleem
Published: February 25, 2011

KARACHI: A student of the Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture (IVSAA) has won a competition to design a shade for a public place like Sea View where the saline environment makes it difficult to plant trees.

Fourth-year’s Quratulain Shamim created a parasail-like canopy that was presented by the Goethe-Institut for its Urban Visions: Clifton Beach, Karachi, at the IVSAA on Thursday with Goethe-Institut Pakistan Director Dr Markus Litz and Consul General Dr Christian Brecht. Over three years, the institut plans to install 100 canopies at the shore, from McDonald’s to the Floating Ship restaurant and beyond, if DHA approves it, said Kashif Paracha, programme coordinator. If the idea succeeds, it can be expanded to cover parks.

The project’s idea was borrowed from German artist Joseph Beuy’s concept of ‘Social Sculpture’ that gets human creativity to work for society. Environmental conditions in the German city of Kassel, where shade and relaxation spots were scarce, was similar to Karachi’s. Beuys initiated an urban forestation project, 7,000 Oaks, which was aesthetically and environmentally good for the city.

Quratulain Shamim said that she had intended to make something that would attract people enough so they would not vandalise it. “I wanted something that merged with the landscape rather than tried to overpower it.”

IVSAA’s Parvez Ansari said that Goethe-Institut had asked architecture students to design a canopy for their community project a year ago. The whole class had participated, turning it into a class project. This canopy was chosen out of 19 others. Ansari said that it is a prototype and would be altered for other requirements. But this particular design was preferred because it was a “very minimal, practical and sculptural model”. “The best part was that it was buildable,” he said.

Talking about the practicality of the design, Ansari said that it is cheap, easy to build and can also be used for advertising. “Its success, however, depends upon the community’s participation,” he added.

Published in The Express Tribune, February 25th, 2011.

kinda cool..!

Bagh E Jinnah Underground Parking..Almost Complte

http://express.com.pk/images/NP_KHI/20110228/Sub_Images/1101179826-1.jpg

Where is it located?

Right next to PC (pearl Continental)

Bagh E Jinnah Underground Parking..Almost Complte



It's like that for last few months.

HEy guyz why no body noticed already build DOLMEN MALL TARIQ road expansion floors. Went today they really did a remarkable job there awsum finishing on 3rd floor which is completely another mall. And on the 4th floor food court and Sindbad theme indoor park is cumin on its way ,, gud news for karachites :)

Hain?

The Tariq Rd Dolmen Mall already had a food court and even Sindbad on the 3rd floor. Since years and years.

http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af117/Ahmadrashid/Map-640x480.jpg

Out of the millions of vehicles chugging along Karachi’s streets and lanes, only six per cent qualify as public transport. The rest – private vehicles and motorcycles – make up around 80 per cent of the daily traffic. Para-transit or semi-private vehicles like rickshaws contribute to the remaining 15 per cent, said City District Government Karachi (CDGK) Mass Transit Cell Planning and Coordination Director Mirza Anwer Baig.
Baig, along with other experts at a seminar on Sunday, talked about how a mass transit system is the only solution to the city’s transport problems. The roads in the city are wide enough, especially when compared to those in developed countries such as London, but a dire lack of traffic management and absence of mass transit makes commuting an agonising daily ordeal.
Every day hundreds of new cars are registered and as the population rises. The solution is a system in which a single vehicle carries more people, as in the case of a rail or bus-based system.
The seminar was held to discuss the Karachi Transportation Improvement Project (KTIP) study, which the CDGK and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (Jica) started in October, 2009. Jica is funding the study with a grant of Rs350 million and by now, around 60 per cent of the work has been done. It aims to identify the problems in the public transportation system and then suggest the most appropriate system.
The study’s recommendations would start being implemented by July 2012. Its conclusions and proposals would be valid till 2030 – a rather ambitious aim.
One expert criticised the signal-free corridors and fly-overs, saying that it has hurt people’s businesses and the environment at large. Moreover, the authorities used private land to build these networks and in most cases, they gave no compensation.
Environmental Management Consultants Managing Consultant Syed Nadeem Arif discussed the social and environmental issues caused by what he said was “the absence of a mass transit system”.
There are several options when it comes to mass transit and the study would help to identify, keeping in mind old and new plans, which would be the most feasible one for the city. Options include the Light Rail Transit System (LRTS), the Metro Rail Transit System (MRTS) and the Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS).
Right now public transport is so inadequate that there are always 40 people fighting for a single seat, Arif said.
Not everyone, of course, is optimistic about mass transit. A police official, contacted for comment, said that the transportation problems include the lack of proper, general bus stands. He blamed the CDGK. He also felt that a mass transit system was “too ambitious” and that he doubted it would be valid until 2030.
Twenty-four Japanese experts are working under the study along with local counterparts. The first stage of identifying problems and carrying out surveys would be completed by June and a final report would be presented. Its second stage of carrying out a feasibility study on the “prioritised mass transit corridor” would then end around April 2012.

when they are going to start work on this system

^^No idea...

Hain?

The Tariq Rd Dolmen Mall already had a food court and even Sindbad on the 3rd floor. Since years and years.

Yup bt now they are closing that food court and sindbad and its moving to 4th floor which is bigger n better. 3rd n 4th floor are the expansion of this mall. Truly abroad ambiance

http://www.urbanpk.com/upkgallery/projectpictures/Karachi/USA%20Education%20City/Karachi%20-%20USA%20Education%20City%20-%20Add%20-%20FEB%202011%20-%2001.jpg

South Asian University would've been a much better name.

There is already a university with that name I think.

China is keen to set up an economic zone near Karachi in collaboration with the Sindh government, a statement said on Wednesday.

Adviser to the Sindh Chief Minister on Investment Zubair Motiwala met Chinese Consulate’s Deputy Head of Mission Pan Qing Jiang, the statement added.

A Pakistani delegation is likely to visit China soon to discuss the modalities for the economic zone.

The Chinese delegation showed interest in setting up the zone in collaboration with the provincial government. The meeting also discussed holding of mutual road shows, business meetings and trade-related moots to boost bilateral trade.

The Chinese delegation said that they are interested to invest in cold chains, value-added products, high productivity farming methods, coal, solar and wind energy projects.

The delegation will also explore other sectors like mining and minerals, especially granite processing, fishing, prawn farming, livestock, Halal meat, value addition to milk products, tanneries, textiles, construction, especially urban development, engineering, automation and downstream engineering, food and beverages, transport and logistics and tourism.

hmm seems a very very nice thought and plan i hope this 'eco zone' soon takes some implementation as it sure has quite alot of potential to boost the economy as all the sectors mentionaed in the above post are the life line of pakistan if this does sees further action we can see a multi billion dollar worth of growth/trade through this whole 'eco zone'

http://www.urbanpk.com/upkgallery/projectpictures/Karachi/Hawksbay%20Scheme%2042/Karachi%20-%20Hawksbay%20Scheme%2042%20-%20Add%20-%20MAR%202011%20-%2001.jpg

http://www.dhakarachi.org/docs/dcknewspapersupl.pdf

^^ Seems Promising. I might just change Karachi's Face to a better city.

Also we are not Amreeka and can't afford to spend so much on petrol just to get to the city.

:(

Anbaan Mega City
http://www.hasanhussainmarketing.com/projects.html

Sindh Information Technology Minister Raza Haroon inaugurated the extension of Maulana Hasrat Mohani family park and mini zoo being built at UC-6 at Shah Faisal Town (SFT) here on Tuesday. Member Sindh Assembly Nishat Muhammad Zia Qadri, Administrator SFT Kamal Mustafa and other notables also attended the inaugural ceremony, said a statement. Speaking on the occasion, Haroon said development projects executed in the city are result of the vision of MQM chief Altaf Hussain. Haroon said his party believes to serve the masses practically.

To ease traffic congestion in downtown area of Lea Market a flyover would be constructed soon with a cost of Rs 700 million.

Administrator Lyari Town Muhammad Raisi, giving a presentation to MPA Dr Saleem Hingoro on special development package of Lyari, said this. He said the present government is taking keen interest in development of Lyari and Rs 800 million are tagged for improving sewerage system and Rs 324 million for roads and streets. He said the federal government would provide funds for more uplift schemes in the town. He hoped after the completion of these projects Lyari would be counted amongst the developed towns of Karachi.

Administrator Karachi Muhammad Hussain Syed has said that federal government has approved development package worth Rs2.5billion for Karachi.

Reconstruction work of Jam Sadiq Ali Bridge in Korangi will begin in the first quarter of next financial year. Addressing a reception which has been given in his honor by Korangi Association of Trade & Industry (KATI) on Saturday he said that the government was aware of the problems of Korangi Industrial Area and it will take all possible measures to solve them.

He also urged the industrialists to pay infrastructure charges bills in time so that city government could solve their problems without delay.

Is there even enough space to have a flyover near Lea Market?

Administrator Karachi Muhammad Hussain Syed has said that federal government has approved development package worth Rs2.5billion for Karachi.

Reconstruction work of Jam Sadiq Ali Bridge in Korangi will begin in the first quarter of next financial year. Addressing a reception which has been given in his honor by Korangi Association of Trade & Industry (KATI) on Saturday he said that the government was aware of the problems of Korangi Industrial Area and it will take all possible measures to solve them.

He also urged the industrialists to pay infrastructure charges bills in time so that city government could solve their problems without delay.

Is it 2.5 billion for the entire year?

Rs. 2.5 billion is only $26 million. That's chicken feed for an enormous city like Karachi. Basically this government has bankrupted the country and there's no money for any development.

Don't know whether its for an year or what??

Thanks God that atleast FG is giving something...

Administrator Karachi Fazlur Rehman has said that initial work of construction of roads around the Banaras Flyover has almost been completed while the road carpeting would also be done within two months.

During inspection of the development work on Saturday he expressed the hope that any problems with regard to development works in the area would be solved after finishing of this work.

Administrator Karachi was accompanied by Executive District Officer (EDO) Works and Services Rasheed Mughal, EDO Municipal Services Masood Alam and Director Media Management Bashir Saddozai on this visit.

EDO Works and Services gave a briefing to Administrator Fazlur Rehman on the project. He said that the construction of storm water drains alongside roads was complete and the area would now be saved from accumulation of rain water.

Administrator Karachi on this occasion directed that all roads around the flyover must be constructed in accordance with the international standard.

The city’s longest ever flyover, the Bacha Khan Flyover at Banaras Chowk, is still two months away from completion – despite repeated timelines and deadlines given by the city government.

The design has been revised twice while the project’s feasibility report has been altered three times.

The provincial government’s financial crunch keeps on delaying the project, a chief engineer in the City District Government Karachi’s works and services department told The Express Tribune. “The Sindh government has to release around Rs900 million for the at-grade work of the flyover, which has been suspended for months,” he said. At-grade work is a project’s periphery construction – in this case, storm-water drains and link roads.

“Right now, we need expansion joints that we cannot buy because the CDGK owes money to the contractor,” the engineer said. The contractor has also been waiting for over a year to be paid Rs220 million for the construction of the Samama flyover in Gulistan-e-Jahaur, officials revealed.

Although the CDGK had opened one side of the flyover a few months ago – coming from Orangi towards the main city – but essential components such as link roads and drains are still not complete. The main track is also incomplete because the expansion joints are not available and without the joints, the bridge is not safe.

The joints are available locally but the CDGK wants only the imported ones. The contractor is responsible for their availability under an agreement with the executing agency, the CDGK, but even he needs money to import the material from China. These joints will be installed at the end of each girder that is about 25 metres to 35 metres long and 20 metres to 30 metres wide.
Works and services DDO Ishrat told The Express Tribune that the DCO, after his return from Turkey, is likely to approve Rs20 million for the import of the expansion joints. The arrangements of the required funds would be drawn from the district annual development programme (DADP), he informed.

Meanwhile, City administrator Lala Fazlur Rehman along with works and services EDO A Rasheed Mughal, municipal services EDO Masood Alam and media management director Bashir Sadduzai paid an inspection visit to the Bacha Khan Flyover on Saturday.

The administrator said the initial construction of roads around the flyover has been completed while road carpeting would also be done in two months.
Around two million people would benefit from the flyover, connecting in three town municipal administrations – Orangi, SITE and North Nazimabad. The flyover’s construction started over three years ago.

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That Al Ghafoor Sky Towers look sooooo ugly. Pearl residency is completed now and turned out to be an OK building. Although I doubt there's a helipad on top.

Pearl Residency is there for ages..dont know why it took so much time to be launched...

Seems like they're building more towers:

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5066/5593758946_99459c962b_o.jpg

Seems like they're building more towers:

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5066/5593758946_99459c962b_o.jpg

Lol...this one is different project, pearl residency is situated on the back side of hasan square, and this one is near stadium road flyover!

Lol...this one is different project, pearl residency is situated on the back side of hasan square, and this one is near stadium road flyover!

Yes, you're right. This is Pearl Residency:

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5143/5594928019_26f2345c97_o.jpg

They look very similar.

^^ ;)

http://img862.imageshack.us/img862/6716/pearl.png

The towers look really good so far!

Any idea what the prices are?

KARACHI: The government would not only encourage the project of Karachi’s ‘Education City’ but also provide necessary assistance and required infrastructure to enhance the educational activities in the area.

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah observed this after attending a presentation on the ‘Education City Act-2011’ and its master planning at the Chief Minister’s House on Tuesday.

The project aimed at providing quality education in different fields and sectors.

He said previous governments initiated various projects and made initial allotments there, but at present many people have encroached the land of ‘Education City Project’, which is vacated.

Shah assured that necessary funds for basic infrastructure will be provided to attract more investors and education promoters.

He directed to form a four-member committee comprising of law minister, adviser to chief minister on investment, Sindh chief secretary and secretary investment to have an overall review of the master plan.

Adviser to Sindh CM on Investment Zubair Motiwala and Sindh Secretary Investment Muhammad Younis Dagha during the presentation informed that the ‘Education City’ is spread over an area of 8,921 acres, where about 50 well-reputed institutions were being established which would impart education to over 150,000 students.

The meeting was informed that for the preparation of education city structure, world-class planners have been engaged and draft of ‘Education City Act’ has been prepared which was discussed in detail.

The meeting was informed that ‘Education City Board’ will be formed which will provide strategic vision and set policy guidelines for all matters pertaining to the ‘Education City’, control and supervise land allotment and land usage, formulate policy, by-laws and guideline to counter land encroachments and illegal occupation of land, prepare and oversee master plans, zoning by-laws, standards and design guidelines, grant, renew and or cancel permits of any regulated activity, enforce quality standards, settle disputes between allottees and utility providers etc.

It was also proposed that the Sindh chief minister will be the chairman of the board and adviser to chief minister on investment will be the vice chairman, while elected representatives, members from institutions, Higher Education Commission, corporate, business and academia will be taken as members. Besides, secretary investment, secretary education, secretary local government and secretary (land utilisation) will also be the members of board.

http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2011\04\20\story_20-4-2011_pg12_1

Gold Crest Executive(39fl) was supposed to be built here:

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The construction of a flyover will help reduce traffic jams, said Governor Dr Ishratul Ebad while addressing a ceremony.

He said that the flyover, which was being constructed at Site, will be named after Afza Altaf, daughter of MQM chief Altaf Hussain.

Rupees 540 million will be spent on the flyover, which is expected to be completed in four months. It will be 2,000 feet in length and 48 feet in width. Provincial Minister Rauf Siddiqui assured that the flow of traffic will not be hindered by the development work. Ebad announced one month’s bonus for the workers.

:bash:

Good, if flyovers can be named for traitors like Bacha Khan then why not daughter of Altaf Hussain (who's quite looked on upon in Karachi)?

Good, if flyovers can be named for traitors like Bacha Khan then why not daughter of Altaf Hussain (who's quite looked on upon in Karachi)?

I think anyone who 'looks upon' Altaf Hussain's daughter will have several bullets pumped into their skull :lol:

She never saw Karachi as well...

Anyone know what this U/C building is on the left is. The view is from PC Hotel. Pic is from january 2011

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5025/5645202007_285cec090a_o.jpg

Good, if flyovers can be named for traitors like Bacha Khan then why not daughter of Altaf Hussain (who's quite looked on upon in Karachi)?

God help this country.

Hmm, that building even has a crane. Wonder if we here in MP didn't notice this one before? Somebody find out what its called!

I think anyone who 'looks upon' Altaf Hussain's daughter will have several bullets pumped into their skull :lol:
:lol::lol:


Hmm, that building even has a crane. Wonder if we here in MP didn't notice this one before? Somebody find out what its called!

Just hope the building is 30 floors +. IIC road area is going to have a sick skyline in the future. Even the white building beside it has reasonable height. It seems complete now because cladding was almost complete in late September.

whats the place u/c at the bottom of the image

Lakhani Presidency
I have no clue how old these pics are but looks like 2 of the towers have topped out.

http://www.lakhanipresidency.com/images/01b.jpg

http://www.lakhanipresidency.com/images/02b.jpg

http://www.lakhanipresidency.com/images/11b.jpg

^^ they're almost completed........

Hmm, that building even has a crane. Wonder if we here in MP didn't notice this one before? Somebody find out what its called!

I saw that building in my trip to Krunchy. I tried to take pictures of it but the security was RIDONCULIOUS! :crazy:

:lol::lol:




Just hope the building is 30 floors +. IIC road area is going to have a sick skyline in the future. Even the white building beside it has reasonable height. It seems complete now because cladding was almost complete in late September.

The building beside it is called Shaheen complex. I think its owned by the Army or some shit.

whats the place u/c at the bottom of the image

That is the Baradari underground parking complex.

Lakhani Presidency
I have no clue how old these pics are but looks like 2 of the towers have topped out.

http://www.lakhanipresidency.com/images/01b.jpg

http://www.lakhanipresidency.com/images/02b.jpg

http://www.lakhanipresidency.com/images/11b.jpg

There are thousands of these types of mid-rises in the outskirts of Karachi. Good to know that there is a trend of going vertical instead of a sprawl now.

Uhhh! Are you building it ? If not whats the point

You should design more unique towers. I don't like buildings in Dubai. Look at buildings in China, Hong Kong, NYC and Chicago for good designs.

Uhhh! Are you building it ? If not whats the point

He likes buildings, thats why. Maybe he wants to be an architect.

Hey mwahmed, SSC has dedicated a whole subforum for sketch up drawings and stuff, I suggest you go here http://www.skyscrapercity.com/forumdisplay.php?f=307

And please stop spamming with these photoshopped pictures and drawings.

^^ Good for you & good luck.

Love your designs !!!

Any idea how the traffic is flowing through shaheed e millat flyover? I heard they made some changes(in directions) to make it signal free.

You mean Baloch Colony flyover? yeah, they've closed all the ramps, its a brilliant move. Traffic flowing much more smoothly now. No need for signals at this place now.

^^ then how can we go from shaheed e millat road towards nursery?? we have to take uturn from paf chapter??
or if we want to go towards paf museum from shaheed e millat expressway??

I think there is no way under the flyover if we r cuming from expressway n want to go to nursery. ramp is the only way .

They have made new curved roads for both those routes. If you are coming from expressway and want to go to airport, you turn left as soon as you get off the baloch flyover. A road curves around the buildings and emerges onto Sh. Faisal. They have put shiny new signs, you cannot miss them. Next time you are on that bridge, just follow the signs and you'll get onto the right track.

2 days before they closed all the ramps, they had signs on the bridge all pointing in the wrong directions. For example, a sign for those coming from expressway was pointing towards Shaheed-e-millat road but it said 'Airport'. I laughed, because I thought they had made a mistake. But when they closed the ramp and I went straight, thinking I would have to take u-turn from shaheed-e-millat signal, I got off the flyover and there was a sign pointing left. I took that and found myself on Sh. Faisal in less than 30 seconds.

Anyone know whats going on at the right side of the road? Looks like they're going all green.

http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/226815_204590549581393_100000913476905_544937_810479_n.jpg

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/226707_204590369581411_100000913476905_544935_2458020_n.jpg
cc Missning Chan

Luxury Highrise-Karachi

http://i1131.photobucket.com/albums/m549/Haseeb_Shahid/karachi1.jpg


Another Luxury Mixed-Use Tower Under Design for Karachi
OJMR Architects is working on another high-rise tower assignment for a confidential development group in Karachi, Pakistan. The project encompasses 510,000 square feet of office and luxury apartments in a 42-story tower situated on a parcel in the "Clifton" section of Karachi. 2-3 bedroom apartments and street view townhomes, will have exterior spas located on a protected balcony with views of the Arabian Sea. Upscale amenities, including a private pool and clubroom are provided for residences. The project is currently in Design with construction slated for 2010.

Ashiq Bhai Aap apne ghar se right side per photo lein plz
Kasb Altitude tower aur Sofitel aur Emerald tower...
Plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

He doesn't live in Pakistan.

Luxury Highrise-Karachi

http://i1131.photobucket.com/albums/m549/Haseeb_Shahid/karachi1.jpg


Another Luxury Mixed-Use Tower Under Design for Karachi
OJMR Architects is working on another high-rise tower assignment for a confidential development group in Karachi, Pakistan. The project encompasses 510,000 square feet of office and luxury apartments in a 42-story tower situated on a parcel in the "Clifton" section of Karachi. 2-3 bedroom apartments and street view townhomes, will have exterior spas located on a protected balcony with views of the Arabian Sea. Upscale amenities, including a private pool and clubroom are provided for residences. The project is currently in Design with construction slated for 2010.

Why didn't you provide the source ? Where in Clifton is this supposed to be built?

This building was just a plan. It was proposed in 07 or 08 I think. I emailed the architect back in June and he told me that he doesn't know if the developers will be moving on with the project. He said KT Tower is on hold.

Ashiq Bhai Aap apne ghar se right side per photo lein plz
Kasb Altitude tower aur Sofitel aur Emerald tower...
Plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

Sorry I don't live in Karachi or even in Pakistan. It's not my pic and that's why I credited the photographer.

Why didn't you provide the source ? Where in Clifton is this supposed to be built?

http://ojmrarchitects.net/blog/2009/11/another-luxury-mixed-use-tower-under.html

Karachi School for Business & Leadership (KSBL) - City Campus

http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/4111/ksblcitycampussiteconte.jpg

http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/4269/courtyardaxon.jpg

http://img854.imageshack.us/img854/8505/curvedfacadeexteriorper.jpg

http://img861.imageshack.us/img861/5882/view3courtyard.jpg

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/6357/view1final.jpg

http://img233.imageshack.us/img233/1804/view2final.jpg

Sources and more info at
http://www.ksbl.org/

https://www.facebook.com/pages/KSBL/275925637378

Groundbreaking Ceremony

http://img855.imageshack.us/img855/821/19833210150119325287379.jpg

March 2011
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http://img801.imageshack.us/img801/1971/dsc01998a.jpg

http://img546.imageshack.us/img546/8904/dsc02036r.jpg

http://img709.imageshack.us/img709/4075/dsc02082pb.jpg

http://img850.imageshack.us/img850/103/dsc02129d.jpg

April 2011
http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/9366/dsc02230dd.jpg

http://img31.imageshack.us/img31/1144/dsc02288yz.jpg

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/2856/dsc02298c.jpg

Courtesy of musiddiqui for putting this together

Good location for a campus, very accessible for commuters and drivers alike. Lots of things to do around campus as well.

They are also building their main campus on the outskirts of Karachi with Aedas being the architects.

http://www.ksbl.org/campus/main-campus/

In a breakthrough initiative to make the roads of busy Saddar area congestion-free, the City District Government Karachi (CDGK) had constructed a Parking Plaza some 22 months back, but the dismal side is not only it turned out to be a failure but a source of perpetual losses to the CDGK.

The project worth Rs. 650 million became operational in July 2009 with a maximum capacity to park 1,200 vehicles at a time but sadly it could not attract more than a few dozen vehicles a day, including those of the parking plaza staff, said sources. The non-implementation of traffic laws, corruption among cops and inefficacy of government officials are major reasons near to experts who feel the mega project would not have gone in the doldrums if the serious attention had been paid for its effective utilisation.

Reliable sources have claimed that parking plaza continued to suffer the loss up to Rs0.4 million on monthly basis. During a visit to parking plaza, the entire building provided a desert look with a very few vehicles parked at its designated floors. The security guard, wielding a repeater gun at the entrance gate was seen many a time to welcome rare visitors.

^^ That parking plaza was built in a bad location. When people drive they want to park right next to where they're going. This parking is a bit away from shops and offices. Plus people in Karachi probably don't want to pay for parking at a rate that makes such a project feasible.

One problem is that in shopping and office areas the price of land is so high that no one would build a multi-storied parking there. And the parking charges would be even higher.

Here in Canada everything you build - offices, retail or residential have strict requirements for parking. In Karachi they've built the whole city without any proper planning. For 60 years of history Karachi didn't even have a master plan.

The only way parking will be built in the proper locations is if the city government enforces building rules requiring parking spaces not just for the project but also for the surrounding area. And people have to be willing to pay. Also, parking rules have to be enforced in the area so that it's cheaper to pay for parking than getting a fine.

These are the three factors that determine where I park in Toronto.

1) Nearness to where I'm going.
2) Cost of parking
3) How likely I am to get a parking ticket and what the fine would be.

That's the universal principle under which parking lots operate and that's what's required in Pakistan also.

Good location for a campus, very accessible for commuters and drivers alike. Lots of things to do around campus as well.
What to do? I can't think of many things.

There's lots of restaurants & gaming zones nearby. There's Arena on Karsaz, and Mohammad Ali Society commercial area is closeby. There's even that Safari park close by, forgot its name but it has quad bikes, paintball etc

GoAish?

There's lots of restaurants & gaming zones nearby. There's Arena on Karsaz, and Mohammad Ali Society commercial area is closeby. There's even that Safari park close by, forgot its name but it has quad bikes, paintball etc
I thought you meant within walking distance.

I thought you meant within walking distance.

Theres a tire shop if you want to get your tires changed.

Karachi Shipyard eying revival and bags new projects

The News reported that Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Limited aims to get back on its feet with scores of new projects including a first ever warship frigate and plans to bag global contracts also.

Mr Nasir Iqbal Akbar MD of KSEW said that “During the last 5 years, the Karachi Shipyard has been revamped with modern machinery, technology and infrastructure. We are now fully capable to handle shipbuilding projects of the entire maritime sector of Pakistan including Karachi Port Trust.”

Dilating on the nature of warship frigate for Pakistan Navy that is currently in the making Mr Akbar called it the first complex warship vessel ever built by the Karachi Shipyard. It will take four years to build and is likely to come out in June this year. This is besides three vessels that are being built for the KPT.

He said that the government-owned ship building and repairing company is also working on a mega project of Ship Lift and Transfer System with 13 stations which will cost PKR 6 billion. This will completely change our portfolio by augmenting the capacity The project is part of the Public Sector Development Program which aims to generate up to 4,000 jobs.

Mr Akbar said that a Korean company has been awarded the tender to construct the stations and funds are likely to be approved soon. With this development, the KSEW will be able to handle 13 big vessels at a time. Some of the other ongoing projects, he said, are Small Tanker Cum Utility Ship project, F22P Frigate Project, Fast Attack Craft Project, Pusher Tug and Dredge Tender Project and Dump Barges Project. After a decade of losses, Karachi Shipyard has been making profits for three years in a row, which were eaten up by the debts accumulated over the years.

He said that the company will work on a fleet oil tanker, Hover Crafts, 12 tonne BP Pusher tugs and 35 tonne BP Tug for Pakistan Navy. For the KPT it will prepare pilot boats, SP Hopper barges and fresh water barge besides maritime portal vessels, patrol and surveillance boats and a dredger for the government of Balochistan.

Mr Akbar said that the KSEW is working to take international orders as well. It repaired a Yemeni flagship and Bahrain coast guard ships and the company hopes to get a big order of 12 coast guard ships from Bahrain. The company is also hopeful of getting the repair job of Chashma Barrage gates which were recently inspected by a Shipyard team.

He said that the revival of the KSEW will benefit industries like, steel, copper, wood, plastic etc. All kind of materials is used in a vessel. The need to streamline the maritime policy for meeting the local requirement of different kinds of vessels at ports. KSEW was established in mid fifties at West Wharf Karachi over an area of 29 hectares.

http://www.steelguru.com/middle_east_news/Karachi_Shipyard_eying_revival_and_bags_new_projects/203564.html

^^ mwahmed, please can you provide more information on this render? Is it proposed or just a vision?

Thanks