Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has reaffirmed that the provincial government will reconstruct Gul Plaza in Karachi, which was gutted in a fire in January 2026, killing 67 people.
Speaking to the families of the victims, the chief minister said the government is fully committed to supporting them and there will be no delay in the reconstruction process. He assured that the victims of the tragedy are not alone and the provincial government stands with them.
Murad Shah said that although the loss of precious lives cannot be compensated, the government will provide financial relief to those affected by the incident. He added that a building of the same size will be constructed in place of the destroyed plaza.
He further stated that Gul Plaza will be rebuilt within two years, calling it the government’s responsibility to ensure rehabilitation and justice for the victims.
The chief minister said the Judicial Commission report on the incident has been received and its recommendations will be presented in the upcoming cabinet meeting. He added that those found responsible will face action in line with the report, and no one will be allowed to benefit from negligence or wrongdoing.
Murad Shah also said that over Rs300 billion has been spent on development projects in Karachi this year and announced that Shahrah Bhutto will be inaugurated next month.
