Sindh Chief Minister Shah calls for joint development of Karachi
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah said at the closing ceremony of the Salaam Karachi festival in Karachi that the city's future depends on the collective efforts of its residents. The festival lasted 15 days and featured cultural, literary, sports and entertainment events, Dawn reports.
Plans for the city's development
The ceremony took place at Frere Hall on Monday as part of Pakistan Defence Day celebrations. According to Shah, the festival demonstrated Karachi's vibrant identity and residents' connection to the city. He stressed that Karachi belongs to all of its residents and that the city's development and prosperity are their shared goal.
The chief minister also reaffirmed the Sindh government's commitment to improving urban infrastructure, public services, parks, sports facilities, cultural institutions and recreational spaces. According to him, development must cover all areas of Karachi, including Lyari, Malir, Korangi, Clifton, Orangi and Gulshan-e-Hadeed.
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The festival and community participation
Shah noted the active participation of families, women, young people, artists, performers and civil society organizations. He congratulated the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Mayor Murtaza Wahab, Deputy Mayor Salman Abdullah Murad and the organizers. In the official's view, the festival helped present a positive image of the city, its diversity, resilience and creative potential.
The ceremony began with the performance of Pakistan's national anthem. The program included presentations about Defence Day and the country's armed forces, including a special "Salaam Sipahi" segment and a commemorative video. The audience was also shown materials about festival events, while the cultural program included its theme song.
Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab said the festival's goal was to present a positive image of the city and create opportunities for families, artists, athletes and young people. He called Karachi Pakistan's economic, social and national identity and noted that every resident must play a role in shaping the city's future.
