Karachi: The Commissioner Iftikhar Shalwani has issued directions to Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) for the provision of alternate land for those affected by the setting up of the zoological gardens – a news source reported.
He said this in a meeting with the representatives of the shopkeepers affected by the zoological gardens. Deputy Commissioner (South), and Deputy Director KMC were also present in the meeting.
The delegation informed the officials that after the operation on January 5, 2019, the authorities had promised to provide alternate land to the ones affected. However, this has not be done even after the passage of six months since.
The commissioner heard the complaints of the delegation and assured them that their matters will be resolved on priority and they will be provided with the appropriate land.
He also instructed Assistant Commissioner Revenue to check the records and submit a report on appropriate land available.
