Another Gul Plaza in the Making? Illegal Construction Surge Raises Alarm in Karachi

Another Gul Plaza in the Making? Illegal Construction Surge Raises Alarm in Karachi

Karachi: A dangerous wave of illegal constructions continues unchecked in Karachi, raising fears of another tragedy similar to past incidents.

Reports reveal that a six-storey building has been constructed illegally on Plot No. 12, GK Sheet No. 5, Ghulam Hussain Qasim Quarters in Saddar Town, without any approved building plan.

Authorities allege that the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) is allegedly facilitating multiple illegal constructions across District South, with bribery playing a central role.

Sources claim that millions of rupees per floor are being taken as bribes, allowing builders to violate construction laws openly.

This particular building, constructed at a rapid pace, poses a serious threat to human lives due to lack of structural safety and regulatory oversight.

Residents fear a repeat of past disasters such as the Gul Plaza Incident, warning that authorities have failed to learn from previous tragedies.

Key Concerns:

How was a six-storey building constructed without approval?

Where are the regulatory authorities?

Is public safety being ignored?

Citizens strongly urge immediate intervention from:

DG SBCA Muzamil Hussain

Director South Niaz Laghari

Chief Secretary Sindh

Secretary Local Government Sindh

Minister for Local Government & Housing

Immediate steps demanded:

Seal the illegal building

Take strict action against corrupt officials

Launch a full crackdown on illegal constructions

Conclusion:

If urgent action is not taken, this structure could turn into the next major disaster in Karachi — and the responsibility will lie squarely with the concerned authorities.