The KPT Flyover expansion joints are now being strengthened, and the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has reported that the construction is going according to plan. Engineers on the ground keep a careful eye on the situation and have determined that the bridge’s structural strength is unaffected.
According to a recent update on Murtaza Wahab’s official Twitter account, the KMC team is fully prepared to conduct the repair work and guarantee commuter safety.
The authorities have taken all essential precautions to ensure that the general public is not inconvenienced while repairs are being made.
Due to allegations of structural flaws, the KPT Flyover, which connects Karachi’s port region with the rest of the city, had come under inspection. But the quick action of the KMC team has allayed all worries, assuring the public that the bridge is secure and in good condition.
Moreover, commuters are urged to cooperate with the authorities during this period as the KMC team is working feverishly to finish the repairs as soon as possible.
To avoid any potential traffic congestion, the KMC has encouraged the general people to refrain from unnecessary travel in the region.
Meanwhile, Captain (r) Noor-ul-Amin Mengal, Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), has ordered a probe into an incident involving fallen pillars on the Bhara Kahu Bypass.
Details revealed that the chairman personally visited the accident site and addressed the media. He stated that the event was caused by a crane slipping and emphasized that the safety and well-being of the workers could not be jeopardized under any circumstances.
Notably, the incident has highlighted concerns regarding building site safety procedures and laws, particularly in terms of worker safety.
The CDA chief also informed the public that a comprehensive investigation will be conducted to figure out the cause of the disaster.
Furthermore, the CDA’s reaction to this incident will be keenly monitored, since it will demonstrate how seriously the agency views worker and public safety.