Mon Dec 16 21:50:09 UTC 2024: ## Karachi’s Red Line Project Blamed for Massive Water Line Rupture, Days of Disruptions
**KARACHI, PAKISTAN** – A massive water line rupture on University Road, caused by negligence during the construction of Karachi’s Red Line mass transit project, has left millions of gallons of water wasted and several neighborhoods without adequate water supply for days.
The 84-inch water line burst nearly two weeks ago, impacting residents in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Safoora, Bahadurabad, Saddar, Lyari, and M.A. Jinnah Road. Repair work only commenced four days after the incident, raising concerns about the project’s management.
Investigations reveal that the damage occurred due to excavation work for the Red Line project, with engineers failing to account for the large water line’s presence underground. This oversight highlights a serious lack of planning and execution within the project.
The incident underscores Karachi’s irresponsible approach to water management, with the significant disruption highlighting the city’s vulnerability to infrastructure failures. The Sindh government is under pressure to hold responsible officials accountable and prevent similar incidents in the future. The significant water loss and prolonged disruption have sparked public outrage and calls for a thorough review of the Red Line project’s safety protocols.
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