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Railways privatisation hits low-income commuters
In a latest development, Pakistan Railways has initiated the process of outsourcing 11 more trains, which will now operate under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Critics, however, have argued thatLow-cost housing: need for prudence
There is an ongoing housing crisis in several European countries attributed to locals renting out to tourists, prompting anti-tourism protests in Spain and Portugal, while in Pakistan all administrations, haveHow unregulated housing densification is destroying Karachi’s neighbourhoods
“I’ve seen this neighbourhood grow — and outgrow itself,” said Arif, a resident of Paposh Nagar in Karachi’s Central district, during a recent group discussion. What was once a vibrant,Recent Posts
Water Supply Report – Master Plan 2000
Water Supply report, compiled in August 1989, evaluates the water supply system of Karachi as part of the Karachi Master Plan 2000. It reviews existing water sources, distribution networks, demandUNDP Housing Study – Master Plan 1986–2000
UNDP Housing Study Prepared under the Karachi Master Plan 1986–2000, this study by UNDP examines housing conditions, supply, and demand in the city. It provides an assessment of residential needs,Master Plan Period – Karachi 1974–1985
This Master Plan report reviews the implementation and outcomes of Karachi’s Master Plan during the period 1974–1985. It analyzes urban development patterns, infrastructure projects, and policy measures undertaken, highlighting successes,Explore Our YouTube Content
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The Urban Resource Centre (URC) is a nonprofit organization with main focus to highlight the problems of general public through forums, research and documentation.
The URC arranges lectures by eminent professionals and experts on national and international development related issues, which are attended by grass root activists, NGOs, government officials, academia and representatives of interest groups. This helps organizations and individuals to relate their work to larger national and international issues.
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