Karachi Commissioner Hassan Naqvi has ordered action against pushcarts occupying footpaths across the city.
The decision was made during a meeting chaired by the commissioner. The meeting reviewed measures to control overcharging and encroachments.
Officials agreed to mobilize municipal authorities against pushcarts blocking public footpaths. The move aims to improve pedestrian movement and reduce illegal occupation.
The administration also decided to register roadside hotels across Karachi. The registration process will use QR codes and affidavits.
Roadside hotels will have to register through the commissioner’s official portal. Authorities will seal establishments that fail to complete registration.
The Karachi administration is also continuing operations against profiteers. Officials have already taken action against businesses accused of overcharging customers.
According to the commissioner’s spokesperson, authorities have arrested 17 profiteers. They have also sealed 39 shops during the ongoing campaign.
The action is part of broader efforts to enforce approved prices across the city. Officials are monitoring businesses for violations of pricing rules.
Commissioner Hassan Naqvi stressed the need to strengthen enforcement efforts. He directed authorities to make the campaign against overcharging more effective.
The commissioner also called for stronger action against encroachments. Municipal authorities will be responsible for addressing pushcarts occupying pedestrian areas.
Footpath encroachments can create difficulties for people walking through busy commercial areas. The latest directive aims to improve access to public spaces.
The Karachi administration is also introducing a formal registration system for roadside hotels. QR codes are expected to support easier identification and monitoring.
Affidavits will also form part of the registration process. Hotels that remain outside the registration system could face sealing action.
Officials have been directed to coordinate their efforts during the ongoing campaign. Municipal authorities will work to address encroachments in different areas.
The administration is also focusing on businesses involved in profiteering. Inspections and enforcement actions are expected to continue.
The Karachi commissioner’s latest directives cover both public space management and price control. Authorities aim to improve compliance through continued monitoring.
The campaign comes as officials seek stronger control over commercial activities across the city. Further action will depend on violations found during inspections.
The administration has emphasized coordinated enforcement by relevant departments. It also expects businesses and roadside establishments to follow official regulations.
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The measures are intended to improve public convenience and strengthen regulatory oversight. Authorities will continue operations against encroachments and overcharging in Karachi.
