Karachi – Encroachment Mafia has occupied footpaths and green belts in Gulistan e Johar. Small eateries along with the shops of fruits, barbers and tyres have been developed on the footpaths and greenbelts in the area. Several plants nurseries are also seen on the roadsides.
Anti-encroachment operations are being undertaken by anti-encroachment department in various areas of Karachi but it is yet to undertake an anti-encroachment drive in Gulistan e Johar.
