CM plans to restructure KWSB by introducing reforms

Murad Ali Shah discusses ongoing development projects with German ambassador and consul-general

KARACHI: Chief Minister (CM) Murad Ali Shah is planning on introducing institutional reforms in the Karachi Water and Sewerage Board, for which he is looking for international support.

He said this during a meeting with German Ambassador Tilo Klinner and consul-general Rainer Schmiedchen. Principal Secretary to CM Sohail Rajput also attended the meeting.

Speaking about the development of city's infrastructure, the CM said that the time has come to resolve water shortage issue in the city. The CM added that he has a plan to restructure the water board by introducing institutional reforms.



The water board has a limited capacity to supply water to the megalopolis efficiently, distribute and collect water bills. "I want to make this organisation efficient and the work on reforms would start once the K-IV project is commissioned," he said, adding that he would appreciate German experts extending their support and cooperation.

Speaking about development work in Thar, the CM said that road infrastructure from Karachi to Thar on both routes via Hyderabad and Thatta, has been initiated. The work on coal mining and installation of power plant is also going on with full speed, the CM said.



According to him, they had the maiden landing of a Learjet on the airstrip of the Thar airport. "This means the airport has become functional [to some extent]. However, work on other necessary facilities at the airport is ongoing," he added. The CM said there were many investment opportunities in energy sector of Thar and now with the construction of the airport, travelling has become easy.

"We also have vast investment opportunities in renewable energy, for which German investors have shown interest," the CM claimed. "If you [German ambassador] take it up with your investor on your level, it might mature early," Shah added. The visiting envoy said he is interested to invite German investors and the government to support Sindh in different sectors, particularly in water and sanitation projects in the city.

The CM presented Sindhi cap, ajrak and Thari shawl to the visiting guest and invited him to visit Thar to explore the investment opportunities.