KARACHI, April 30: City Nazim Mustafa Kamal on Sunday said that Karachi would become one of the developed cities of the world by 2007 due to farsighted policies of city government and expeditious completion of ongoing uplift projects. “Today, uplift projects worth billions of rupees are under way in Karachi that has not only boosted economic activities, but also increased job opportunities. After a few months, water and sewerage problems in the city will be solved completely,” he said while talking to citizens gathered during his 10-hour-long visit to ongoing uplift projects in the city.

The city nazim visited Korangi Industrial Area, Shahrah-i-Pakistan, 8000, 5000, 16000, Abul Hasan Isphahani and Pak Colony, Liaquatabad, Gharibabad and Nazimabad underpasses, Sohrab Goth, Hasan Square, National Stadium, Karsaz and PAF flyovers, and the sites of other under construction projects.

Citizens gathered on the occasion said the ongoing development projects had no precedence in the past and hoped that the city's transport and communications network would soon be set on modern lines.

During inspection of 16000 Road, Mustafa Kamal issued directive for immediate removal of five hydrants and encroachments impeding construction of the road. He asked the officials concerned to expedite construction work of 8000 Road and ensure its early completion as, he said, the road was unique in the sense that 3,200 industrial units were situated along its both sides. “The completion of this road will have positive impact on the country's economy besides facilitating users,” he added.

Mr Kamal said after assuming the city nazim's charge he had adopted a clear policy of solving actual problems on concrete basis instead of focusing on publicity.–PPI