KARACHI: In line with the Sindh government’s austerity policy, the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KW&SC) has moved to curb expenditures by cutting fuel allocations for official vehicles by half, a step officials say is aimed at strengthening financial discipline without disrupting essential services.
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The decision, now formally implemented, reduces fuel quotas by 50 percent for vehicles and motorcycles used by officers, engineers, and staff across the organization. The move reflects a broader push by the provincial government to limit non-essential spending and ensure more efficient use of public resources.
Chief Human Resource Officer KW&SC Mirza Muhammad Nayyer said the measure was taken under directives focused on fiscal responsibility and improved financial management. He added that the policy seeks to minimize unnecessary expenses while safeguarding institutional resources and enhancing the corporation’s overall financial performance.
According to KW&SC officials, the reduction applies across various administrative tiers, though operational vehicles have been exempted to ensure uninterrupted water supply and drainage services in Karachi. Authorities emphasized that maintaining service delivery remains a priority despite the cost-cutting measures.
Nayyer said that vehicles allocated to certain cadres would remain grounded until further notice, signaling a broader tightening of administrative privileges. He maintained that the corporation is implementing government instructions fully while ensuring that essential civic services are not affected.
The move is expected to result in noticeable savings and more efficient allocation of financial resources within the organization. KW&SC officials believe the step will help streamline administrative expenses and reinforce accountability in the use of public funds as Sindh continues to navigate fiscal pressures.
