Overview
- City officials held a high‑level meeting on Sunday that approved a coordinated cleaning and desilting campaign for major storm drains across Karachi.
- Tenders for the work have been issued and bids are scheduled to be opened on Monday, with contractors to begin work immediately after procurement is complete.
- KMC presented district‑level allocations for the campaign but public accounts conflict over the total sum reported, with figures cited as both Rs6 billion and Rs600 million.
- The mayor directed appointment of independent third‑party consultants to monitor quality, ensure transparency, and enforce strict deadlines to avoid delays or negligence.
- Clearing silt and debris from nallahs and drains is intended to keep rainwater flowing, reduce street flooding, and protect roads and construction projects; progress and contractor awards will determine if the city meets pre‑monsoon targets.