Sindh CM visits Gul Plaza

KARACHI (Jan 18); Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Monday evening visited Gul Plaza, the site of a devastating fire incident, where he reviewed rescue and firefighting operations and spoke to the media about the tragedy.

Addressing reporters, the Chief Minister said that the area is a major commercial hub, especially busy due to the ongoing wedding season. “People come here for shopping, particularly these days,” he remarked.

Mr Shah stated that reports of the fire were received after 10:00 pm last night, following which municipal authorities responded immediately and informed him. “The first fire tender reached the site at 10:27 pm and firefighting operations began without delay,” he said.

The Chief Minister disclosed that an extensive operation was carried out to control the blaze. “A total of 26 fire tenders, four snorkels and 10 water bowsers took part in the operation,” he said, adding that several institutions extended support. “Along with KMC, the Pakistan Navy, KPT provided snorkels, while the Civil Aviation Authority dispatched three firefighting machines,” he noted.