Minister briefs World Bank team on CLICK project, urban uplift initiatives

KARACHI: The World Bank mission called on Sindh Minister for Local Government, Housing & Town Planning, Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, to review progress on the CLICK (Competitive & Livable City of Karachi) project and other key urban development initiatives. The delegation appreciated the Sindh government’s transparent governance and effective execution of development work across Karachi.

During the meeting, Minister Nasir Hussain Shah briefed the delegation on the ongoing reconstruction of major city arteries, rehabilitation of bridges and underpasses, upgradation of street-light systems, improvement of link roads, and establishment of a permanent drainage and nullah-cleaning mechanism under the CLICK project.

He stated that a digital monitoring and tracking system has been introduced to ensure quality assurance and timely progress. The minister said the Sindh government, with the support of the World Bank, is modernizing urban services to enhance traffic management, civic facilities, and accessibility for citizens.

The World Bank delegation termed the Sindh government’s measures “exemplary and result-oriented,” expressing confidence that the ongoing development work in Karachi would strengthen future economic activity and improve the city’s business environment.

The delegation added that continued cooperation would accelerate project timelines and enhance overall urban reforms. The meeting also included an initial exchange of ideas on improving the city’s water supply system, drainage network, urban governance reforms, transportation system, e-governance initiatives, and municipal service delivery. Syed Nasir Hussain Shah emphasized:

“Improving Karachi is not just a project — it is our responsibility. Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s vision is to transform Sindh into a modern, clean, and well-managed province.”

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