KARACHI: The Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) has expanded its fleet by adding 20 new suction and jetting machines — commonly known as “blue trucks” — significantly strengthening the city’s capacity to clear sewerage lines, especially during the monsoon. With the new additions, the total number of such vehicles has risen from 122 to 142, the corporation said in a press release on Thursday.
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The inauguration ceremony, led by KWSC Chairman and Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab, also marked the launch of the corporation’s first-ever police station and an electric vehicle (EV) charging facility. The mayor said the city administration is working on three major initiatives to upgrade Karachi’s sewerage and service infrastructure, aligning with PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari’s vision of development and public engagement.
Wahab announced that three modern KWSC service centres are being established at Karsaz, Sakhi Hassan and the SITE/Haroonabad industrial belt. He said improved machinery and dedicated parking zones for the sewerage fleet will ensure faster and more efficient services. A key zone for 25 suction machines is being developed in Haroonabad to better address issues in Manghopir and Keamari.
A major milestone highlighted by the mayor was the establishment of KWSC’s own police station and special tribunal to crack down on water theft. He said the lack of an independent enforcement system had long hindered operations, but the new station and tribunal — with appointed judges and members — will enable swift FIR registration and legal action without relying on external police support.
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Wahab also emphasised environmental improvements, announcing the creation of an on-site EV charging station for KWSC employees. He said the government plans to expand public charging facilities across Karachi as part of its efforts to promote electric vehicles and reduce carbon emissions.