Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah ordered contractors to increase manpower and fast-track work on Karachi’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Red Line project.

The directive comes as the provincial government faces growing criticism over deteriorating infrastructure and severe traffic congestion in Pakistan's largest city. Completing the corridor is seen as a critical step toward providing immediate traffic relief to residents.

During a visit on Sunday, the Chief Minister inspected the BRT Red Line corridor, the Azeempura Flyover site, and the newly opened Shahrah-e-Bhutto [1, 2]. This visit marked the fifth consecutive Sunday that the Chief Minister has inspected project sites [1].

Shah said authorities must implement a round-the-clock effort to ensure the project stays on schedule [1, 2]. While some reports do not specify a concrete overall deadline, other accounts indicate the Chief Minister directed authorities to finish the mixed-traffic corridor within 90 days [2].

Infrastructure improvements are being rolled out in phases to address the city's gridlock. The Azeempura Flyover is scheduled to open on June 15, 2026 [1].

The Chief Minister said the increase in manpower is necessary for the timely completion of the project [1]. The focus remains on the Shahrah-e-Bhutto section, and associated corridors, to streamline the flow of commuters across the city [2].

“Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah ordered contractors to increase manpower and fast-track work”

The acceleration of the Red Line project reflects a high-pressure effort by the Sindh government to deliver tangible infrastructure wins amid public frustration with Karachi's urban decay. By setting aggressive timelines and conducting frequent site visits, the administration is attempting to signal accountability and urgency in resolving chronic transit failures.