Infrastructure Projects in Sindh: Key Updates and Future Plans
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has emphasized the importance of several major infrastructure projects currently underway in the province. During a meeting held at the CM House in Karachi, he directed the Public Private Partnership (PPP) Unit to ensure the completion of the New Link Road by July 25 and the Shahrah-e-Bhutto Expressway by December 2025.
New Link Road: A Critical Connectivity Upgrade
The New Link Road project, designed to connect the National Highway (N-5) with the Motorway M-9, is making significant progress. The project aims to improve connectivity for both freight and commuter traffic between Port Qasim, Karachi’s industrial zones, and the national highway network. This initiative will replace the existing congested and underdeveloped routes, offering a more efficient and direct link between the M-9 Motorway and N-5.
The upgraded road will be developed as a four-lane dual carriageway, significantly reducing travel time and easing cargo movement from Port Qasim to key destinations across the province. The 22-kilometre project, costing Rs3.53 billion, is being executed in collaboration with the National Highway Authority (NHA) and Frontier Works Organization (FWO).
Construction on the interchange at M9 (kilometre 34+740) is nearing completion, with the Southbound segment currently underway and expected to be finished by next month. The chief minister directed the PPP unit to complete the work so that the road can be opened for traffic on July 25. Once operational, the old Link Road will be closed to traffic.
The bridge and Northbound sections of the interchange began construction on April 24 and are progressing steadily. The chief minister urged the PPP Unit to complete the entire interchange by the end of October 2025 to enhance connectivity and traffic flow on the M9 motorway.
Shahrah-e-Bhutto Expressway: Enhancing Regional Connectivity
The 39-kilometre Shahrah-e-Bhutto Expressway, featuring 3×3 lanes, is 82% complete. This high-speed access-controlled expressway connects DHA to the Hyderabad Motorway (M9) near Kathore and includes six interchanges, multiple toll plazas, and modern facilities aimed at improving traffic flow and industrial connectivity in Karachi.
The first segment from Qayyumabad to Quaidabad is 99% complete, while the second segment from Quaidabad to Kathore has reached 65% progress. Key interchanges such as EBM, Shah-Faisal, and Quaidabad are complete, with Jam Sadiq and Memon Goth interchanges making significant progress despite some delays due to utility relocations and concurrent Yellow Line corridor works.
The Samo Goth elevated structure, a 4-kilometre stretch over the Malir River Bed, has achieved 48% physical progress since its start in August 2024. Preparations for the Kathore Interchange at M9 are underway, with the Finance Department approving a competitive bidding process to ensure timely execution.
Korangi Causeway Bridge: A Major Transportation Improvement
The Korangi Causeway Bridge project is progressing rapidly, with 80% of the work completed. This Rs6.1 billion project features a 26-meter wide bridge and is scheduled for completion by November 2025. The junction at Shahrah-e-Bhutto and Korangi Causeway has received administrative approval, with tendering underway and construction expected to commence by mid-August 2025. Once operational, the existing causeway road will be closed.
Commitment to Sustainable Development
The chief minister highlighted the critical role these projects play in enhancing Karachi’s infrastructure, alleviating traffic congestion, and promoting economic growth through improved connectivity. The Sindh government remains committed to delivering these landmark projects on schedule, fostering sustainable urban development, and strengthening public-private partnerships.
These initiatives reflect a broader vision of modernizing transportation networks, supporting industrial growth, and ensuring smoother movement of people and goods across the province. With ongoing efforts and timely execution, the region is poised to benefit from these transformative infrastructure developments.
