Bagh-e-Karachi
| Bagh-e-Karachi | |
|---|---|
| باغ کراچی | |
 | |
| Type | Public park |
| Location | Karachi, Pakistan |
| Area | 72 acres (29 ha) |
| Administered by | City of Karachi |
Bagh-e-Karachi (Urdu: باغ کراچی), previously known as Aladin Park is a public park currently under construction in Karachi, Pakistan.[1] The groundbreaking ceremony was performed by Governor of Sindh Kamran Tessori on January 28, 2023.[1] The ceremony was also attended by the United Arab Emirates Consul General and Administrator Karachi, Syed Saifur Rehman.[2]
History[edit]
Bagh-e-Karachi was originally part of the Karachi Safari Park, which was designated as a public park. However, in 1995, it was converted into the Aladdin Amusement Park, which also housed the Aladdin Shopping Mall and the Pavilion & Club. These establishments became popular attractions over the years. On 14 June 2021, the Supreme Court of Pakistan declared these structures illegal, as they were illegally constructed on public property.[3] The court ordered their demolition within two days as part of the anti-encroachment campaign.[4] After the demolition, the area was cleared and returned to its original purpose as a public park, now known as Bagh Karachi.[5]
Development[edit]
The park, spanning over an area of 72 acres, is being constructed following orders from the Supreme Court of Pakistan. Because the place had been encroached upon in the past.[1] As part of the inauguration, a plaque was unveiled and the foundation stone was laid by the Governor of Sindh, Kamran Tessori, and the UAE Consul General.[6] According to Tessori, it will add to the beauty of Karachi and its construction is expected to be completed in six months.[7]
In the initial phase of construction, 5653 trees were planted in the park.[6] The park is being envisioned as a family park with several recreational amenities, including swings.[6]
New City Council building[edit]
Apart from the park, a new building for the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) City Council with a capacity of 600 to 800 seats is also being constructed on the grounds. Governor Tesori also laid the foundation stone of this new building.[8][9]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c "Sindh Governor performs groundbreaking of Bagh-e-Karachi". www.radio.gov.pk.
- ^ "سب مل جل کر کام کریں گے تو بہتر نتائج آئیں گے، ایڈمنسٹریٹر کراچی" [If everyone works together, better results will come, Administrator Karachi.].
- ^ "The Aladin Park saga — who allowed what and when". www.thenews.com.pk.
- ^ Desk, News (15 June 2021). "SC orders to demolish Aladin Shopping Mall and Pavilion End Club in Karachi within two days".
{{cite web}}:|first=has generic name (help) - ^ "Karachi's Renovated Aladin Park is Reopening for Public Soon".
- ^ a b c حسین, رافع (28 January 2023). "الہ دین پارک کو دوبارہ آباد کرنے کا منصوبہ" [Plan to rehabilitate Allah Deen Park]. ARYNews.tv | Urdu - Har Lamha Bakhabar.
- ^ "50pc decrease in fees for students under consideration: Governor". The Nation. 29 January 2023.
- ^ "Foundation stone of new City Council laid at Bagh-e-Karachi". www.thenews.com.pk.
- ^ Shafa, Muhammad (9 June 2023). "Tessori lays foundation of City Council's new building". Brecorder.