Malir's main artery sinks into sewage

The main road stretching from Malir Cantt to Malir Halt has been completely destroyed, turning into a hotspot for accidents. For several weeks, accumulated sewage water has deteriorated the road into a state of ruin, causing frequent vehicle breakdowns and overturning. Due to the road's poor condition, traffic is being diverted to a single lane operating in both directions, resulting in severe traffic jams during school and office hours, adding to commuters' daily woes.

Malir, Karachi's largest district by area, has become a centre of problems from Malir Halt to Model Colony. The area between Malir Halt and Jinnah Avenue near Al-Mugheer Society and B Area has been submerged by sewage water, resembling a lake. Deep potholes, several feet in size, are scattered along Jinnah Avenue, submerged under sewage water. One of these dangerous pits recently caused a heavy truck, carrying approximately 80 tons of scrap, to overturn. Although no casualties were reported, the incident left the road partially blocked for hours. Motorcyclists and drivers remain at constant risk.

The road has effectively become a "no-go" zone for motorcyclists. Large vehicle drivers who attempt to pass through often face accidents, usually involving overturned trucks or damaged vehicles. Residents of Al-Mugheer Society, Shamsi Society, Memon Goth, Khokhra Par, Saudabad, Model Colony, and Darkhan Society are enduring these hardships.

Speaking to The Express Tribune, locals revealed that this is not a new issue but has persisted for at least two years, with concerned authorities remaining silent. Despite the presence of key institutions like Karachi Airport, K-Electric's office, private schools, marriage halls, and restaurants along the road, the situation continues to be ignored. Residents and local business owners lamented the lack of any practical action despite these important establishments being in the area. Due to the road's unusable state, traffic is forced onto a single lane for both directions, leading to hours-long jams during peak school and office timings — turning daily commuting into a nightmare.

Criticising the Sindh government and municipal authorities, residents demanded urgent repairs. They further insisted that if immediate restoration is not possible, the road should be completely closed to traffic to prevent further accidents.