The Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) has launched a survey in three districts of Karachi, including District East, Central, and South, to inspect residential and commercial buildings for fire safety precautions following the recent incident at Hotel Gloria Plaza. The survey revealed that 90% of the buildings do not have fire safety arrangements in place.
According to SBCA officials, notices have been issued to more than 300 buildings that do not have proper fire safety arrangements. The notices have given the owners and occupants three days to complete the fire safety requirements. SBCA officials have stated that some buildings have outdated fire safety equipment, while many high-rise buildings do not have emergency exit routes.
The SBCA has warned that action will be taken against those who fail to comply with the notices, and buildings that do not meet the fire safety requirements will be sealed within three days. The SBCA officials have also stated that building owners and occupants will be required to obtain a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the fire department before operating their businesses.
The incident at Hotel Gloria Plaza has sparked a wave of concern among the public, with many calling for stricter regulations to ensure fire safety in buildings. The Sindh government has promised to take action against those responsible for the incident and to implement measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
In other news, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that khula is a separate and distinct legal right. The Supreme Court’s decision has been hailed by many as a significant victory for women’s rights.
The Sindh government has also announced that its surrender policy for dacoits has been successful. The policy allows dacoits to surrender and receive amnesty in exchange for returning stolen goods and not committing further crimes.
Meanwhile, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has criticized the government’s handling of the situation in Waziristan, where many people have been forced to flee their homes due to the ongoing conflict. The PPP has accused the government of failing to provide adequate support to the affected people.
In other news, the Awami National Party (ANP) has criticized the government’s handling of the situation in the country, saying that everything has become “hybrid” and that the party’s leadership is also involved in the corruption.
In a separate incident, a firing incident occurred in Liaquatpur, killing two people and injuring four others. The police have launched an investigation into the incident.
The federal government has also announced that the country’s economy is on the right track, with the GDP growth rate expected to reach 5% by the end of the year. The government has attributed the growth to its policies and the efforts of the people.
In education news, the Sindh government has announced that schools in the province will start at 9 am instead of 8 am due to the cold weather.
Finally, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that it is considering hosting the T20 World Cup in 2026, which will be the first time the tournament will be held in Pakistan since the country’s inclusion in the International Cricket Council (ICC).
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