By: 92Pavilion | Updated: September 3, 2026
Quick Answer: Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab inaugurated the newly rehabilitated Jahangir Road between Gurumandir and Teen Hatti on September 2, arriving on a bike while wearing a helmet and carrying a valid motorcycle license, months after facing criticism for riding without either. The Rs360 million project widened the road and upgraded its drainage, paving, and lighting.
What Was Inaugurated
According to a Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) statement, the rehabilitation and improvement project covered a 1.4-kilometre stretch of Jahangir Road, one of the city’s busy thoroughfares. The project cost Rs360 million and widened the road from 26 feet to 32 feet to improve traffic flow.
Work included laying 252,000 square feet of 80-millimetre paving blocks and 70,000 square feet of 60-millimetre paving blocks, along with 50,000 square feet each of asphalt base course and asphalt concrete surfacing. Crews also rehabilitated damaged sewerage lines and completed more than 11,800 running feet of trenching for a 36-inch-diameter stormwater drainage line to improve rainwater drainage in the area.
The upgrade also included new sidewalks, road markings, 80 new solar-powered streetlights, and the replacement of six damaged light poles along the route.
A Notably Different Arrival
Wahab’s arrival on a bike drew particular attention because it came just months after he faced public criticism for riding an e-bike to the Sindh Assembly without a helmet and without holding a valid motorcycle license, at a time when Karachi was actively fining ordinary riders for the same violations under its new e-challan system.
At the time, Wahab had said he would buy a helmet and apply for a motorcycle license. His appearance at the Jahangir Road inauguration wearing a helmet and holding a license was seen by many as following through on that commitment, addressing criticism that had circulated widely on social media earlier in the year.
What the Mayor Said
Wahab said the rehabilitation of Jahangir Road would make travel easier for the large number of commuters who use the route daily, connecting key areas near Gurumandir and Teen Hatti. He also announced that work would begin on SM Taufiq Road and the route connecting Gurumandir with Patel Para, alongside ongoing construction of a flyover on Nishtar Road.
Why Karachi’s Road Projects Draw Public Attention
Infrastructure upgrades in Karachi routinely draw significant public interest given the city’s long-standing challenges with ageing roads, inadequate drainage, and traffic congestion. Projects like the Jahangir Road rehabilitation are often highlighted by the local government as evidence of progress, particularly ahead of the monsoon season when poor drainage tends to cause widespread flooding on city roads.
What Happens Next
With additional road projects already announced for the Gurumandir area and a flyover under construction on Nishtar Road, city officials say further infrastructure upgrades are planned across Karachi in the coming months as part of ongoing efforts to modernise the city’s ageing road network.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Karachi’s Mayor inaugurate on September 2?
He inaugurated the Rs360 million rehabilitation of Jahangir Road between Gurumandir and Teen Hatti.
Why did his bike ride draw attention this time?
He wore a helmet and carried a valid motorcycle license, addressing criticism from an earlier incident when he rode without either.
How much was Jahangir Road widened?
The road was widened from 26 feet to 32 feet to improve traffic flow.
What other projects did the Mayor announce?
He announced upcoming work on SM Taufiq Road and the route connecting Gurumandir with Patel Para, along with an ongoing flyover project on Nishtar Road.
This report is based on statements from the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) and Mayor Murtaza Wahab, with reporting from ProPakistani, Dawn, and Geo News.
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