Karachi's Mayor Barrister Mustafa Wahab has announced to conduct of fire safety audits for commercial buildings across the city, aiming to bolster safety measures and prevent potential disasters, reported the 24NewsHD TV channel.
He said three dedicated teams have been constituted to execute this plan effectively.
“The first phase will see audits conducted on Shahrah-e-Faisal, I.I. Chundrigar Road, and Tariq Road buildings, with subsequent phases covering other areas.
Mayor Mustafa Wahab said that the teams will evaluate the existing fire safety systems in these buildings.
“Several major commercial buildings lack adequate emergency exits and fire evacuation protocols, he added.
The teams will comprehensively assess all major buildings in these areas. The administration will work towards clarifying the status of emergency evacuation routes and ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations.
According to the law, it is mandatory for large buildings to have robust fire safety systems and contingency plans for emergencies.
Buildings found non-compliant will face legal consequences, he added.
Mustafa Wahab stressed that the issue is fundamentally about human lives, urging building administrations and owners to collaborate with the teams for effective implementation of fire safety protocol.