Vigorous drive against illegal constructions going on: SBCA

Director General Sindh Building Control Authority Muhammad Ishaq Khuhro has said all efforts and capabilities will be utilized to ensure honest performance and uphold the integrity of the institution.

Through strict monitoring and transparent action, it is possible to eliminate and permanently prevent illegal constructions. A vigorous campaign against illegal constructions is ongoing, FIRs should be registered against those involved, and public complaints must be addressed within the given timeframe.

These views were expressed by Additional Director General Farhan Qaiser while presiding over a meeting held at the SBCA Conference Hall. He emphasized the importance of media, especially social media, stating that over the past year, the SBCA has taken record-level actions against illegal constructions. Proper publicity of these actions will not only create a positive public perception but also check the fearlessness surrounding illegal construction activities and investment in them.

He instructed the directors of demolition and vigilance, as well as the PRO, to ensure that photos and videos of every demolition operation are captured and sent to the PRO for public awareness through social media. The Complaint Cell should also highlight its performance in the same way. He noted that the operations against illegal constructions and the Smart Complaint Cell have received tremendous public appreciation. Timely resolution of complaints submitted on the portal is being ensured, which is unprecedented, and positive performance should be appropriately publicized.

He stated that after submitting the vigilance report on any illegal construction, it is essential to maintain monitoring at the demolition site for at least one week to prevent any renewed illegal activity.