Sindh Minister for Local Government, Housing, and Town Planning, Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, has suspended the Municipal Commissioner of New Karachi, Ayaz Hameed Baloch, following complaints from the Chairman of New Karachi Town and other officials.
Nasir Hussain Shah stated that strict action will be taken against Municipal Commissioners who fail to cooperate with elected local representatives.
On Tuesday, a delegation of Town Chairmen led by Ameer Jamaat-e-Islami Karachi, Munim Zafar, met with the Minister at the Sindh Secretariat.
During the meeting, Nasir Hussain Shah said that in line with the vision of Chairman Bilawal Bhutto and under the guidance of the Chief Minister, impartial steps are being taken for the development and progress of Karachi.
The Minister directed the formation of a Coordination Committee to address the complaints of the Town Chairmen. He further instructed that Municipal Commissioners must consult Town Chairmen regarding tenders and funds for development projects.
The Coordination Committee will include representatives from KMC, KDA, Water Corporation, Solid Waste Management Board, and other municipal institutions. He also announced that Coordination Committees will be established between federal and provincial utility agencies as well.
Nasir Hussain Shah assured the delegation that consultations with Jamaat-e-Islami and other political parties will be held regarding new local government laws.