KARACHI, Oct 13 (APP): Director General Karachi Development Authority (KDA) Zain-ul-Abideen Ansari has inspected government-owned land in Surjani Township, North Karachi Township and Federal B Area to assess the availability and suitability of plots for a proposed auction aimed at generating revenue and strengthening the Authority’s financial position.
During the visit, the DG KDA inspected plots in Sectors 7-B and 11-B of Surjani Township. Executive Engineer Surjani Township Muhammad Hamza briefed him on the status of the land and the possibility of including the plots in the forthcoming auction.
The DG KDA subsequently visited Sectors 5-D and 5-F and other areas of North Karachi Township, where he reviewed the status of government-owned plots being considered for auction. The concerned executive engineer briefed him on the nature and current status of the land.
He also inspected LS plots in Block 11 of Federal B Area. Executive Engineer North Karachi Nasir Siddiqui provided details about the land and its present status.
Speaking on the occasion, Ansari said strengthening the Authority’s financial position and ensuring the effective utilisation of available resources were among its key priorities. He said the KDA was identifying suitable government-owned plots for the proposed auction and taking necessary steps to finalise the arrangements.
He further said the Authority was making concerted efforts to clear the outstanding dues of pensioners in a timely manner and in accordance with court orders.
The DG KDA said the proposed auction would also provide citizens with an opportunity to acquire plots according to their requirements and help them fulfil their dream of owning homes. He added that the revenue generated through the auction would contribute to improving the Authority’s financial position and meeting its outstanding liabilities.
Ansari emphasised that transparency, merit and compliance with legal requirements would be ensured at every stage of the auction process to safeguard public confidence and improve the Authority’s financial affairs.
Director Estate and Enforcement Syed Zain Shah was also present during the visit.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
