Reconstruction work has yet to begin on the collapsed section of Shahrah-e-Bhutto, where public movement continues despite significant safety risks. People from surrounding areas are visiting the damaged track, many expressing astonishment that instead of building a durable concrete bridge to withstand floodwaters from the Kirthar range, authorities simply filled the road with sand and soil. Residents have warned that without a proper drainage passage into the Malir River, similar damage could recur even after repairs are completed.
During a visit through Jam Goth to the affected track, citizens were seen enjoying the pleasant weather, while adventurous youths dived into the floodwaters. However, locals pointed out that the collapsed site is facing further erosion, yet no protective measures have been taken, no barriers have been installed, nor has there been any police deployment to manage the area.
The track had originally been constructed on the bed of a dam, which was ripped apart by the powerful flood currents. Exposed steel rods are being openly removed from the debris. Residents stressed that it was not the Malir River itself but a torrent originating from the Kirthar range, passing through settlements and obstructed by the road track, that caused Shahrah-e-Bhutto to collapse into the Malir River.
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