Sindh government is set to open the first segment of the Malir Expressway on January 11, marking a major development in Karachi’s transportation infrastructure. Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah will inaugurate the 9.1-kilometer stretch running from Korangi Causeway to Shah Faisal. The expressway, touted as a game-changer, promises faster connectivity and relief from traffic congestion. The announcement came during a high-level meeting chaired by the CM at the New Secretariat on Tuesday.
Key attendees included Local Government Minister Saeed Ghani, Chief Secretary Asif Hyder Shah, Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab, and other senior officials involved in the project. As Sindh’s largest Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project, the Malir Expressway spans approximately 40 kilometers, connecting Korangi Creek Avenue in DHA to the M-9 Motorway near Kathore.
This three-lane dual-carriageway features modern access-controlled infrastructure and dedicated interchanges for seamless access to residential and commercial areas. The inaugural segment includes a ramp to facilitate immediate traffic flow, with a flyover from Korangi expected to be completed within two months. Upgrades to the Jam Sadiq Interchange, as well as road rehabilitation at the EBM and Shah Faisal Interchanges, are progressing steadily.
Encroachments at the Quaidabad Interchange have already been cleared to enhance connectivity.
Traffic on the expressway will be managed through a Toll Plaza, with fees set at Rs100 for cars and jeeps, and Rs200 for heavy vehicles. Motorcycles and rickshaws will not be allowed on the expressway. To ensure safety, patrols by traffic police, fire brigades, and Rescue 1122 ambulances will be stationed at key points. Law enforcement, including district and traffic police, will oversee entry and exit points at major interchanges. Continuous patrolling on both sides of the road will help maintain smooth traffic flow.
The section between the Shah Faisal Interchange and Shah Faisal Colony Bridge has been declared a no-parking zone. Only cars, jeeps, buses, and commercial vehicles will be allowed access. The CM has emphasized strict traffic management to avoid operational delays and directed officials to address any issues promptly. The Malir Expressway is expected to reduce travel times significantly and improve access to key residential and business hubs.
Once fully operational, it aims to alleviate congestion and stimulate economic growth across Karachi. During the meeting, CM Murad Ali Shah reiterated the importance of timely project completion and efficient operations, highlighting the expressway’s potential to reshape the city’s transportation landscape.
