A significant pipeline rupture in the vicinity of the University of Karachi (KU) on Tuesday resulted in widespread flooding across large sections of the campus, prompting an immediate emergency response from the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC), The News reported.
The break occurred in a substantial 84-inch-wide supply line, identified as Siphon No. 19, submerging over half of KU’s residential area and allowing water to inundate homes within the university premises.
In an official statement, the KWSC confirmed that the leak could lead to a partial disruption of water supply to numerous neighborhoods throughout Karachi.
The corporation’s spokesperson indicated that KWSC Chief Executive Officer Ahmed Ali Siddiqui became aware of the situation and promptly directed relevant teams to commence repair work without delay.
To ensure the safety of the repair personnel and to facilitate efficient operations, the water pressure in the affected pipeline was temporarily reduced. Comprehensive repair activities were already underway and would continue around the clock.
The spokesperson further stated that the repair work was anticipated to be completed within a 96-hour timeframe. However, during this period, the water supply to various parts of Karachi would experience partial suspension.
The affected neighborhoods include Chanesar Town, Jinnah Town, Liaquatabad, Nazimabad, Pak Colony, Golimar, Shershah, the Old City Area, Landhi, Korangi, and PAF Base Masroor.
Karachi typically receives a total daily water supply of 650 million gallons per day (MGD), but due to the necessary repair work, the city would face a temporary reduction of 250 MGD in its supply. Despite this, 400 MGD would continue to be supplied as usual.
The Water Board has urged the public to store water and to utilize it judiciously. Residents of the University of Karachi have reported that the electricity supply to the residential area has also been cut off, forcing them to seek temporary shelter in guest houses.
