Karachi: ReNews Pakistan
Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab inaugurated a newly constructed road developed by English Biscuit Manufacturers (EBM), built using recycled industrial plastic waste, marking a step toward sustainable urban infrastructure and environmental innovation.
The road, located near EBM’s manufacturing facility in Karachi, is designed to improve connectivity within the industrial zone and facilitate smoother movement of both traffic and logistics vehicles. The project highlights how industrial plastic waste can be repurposed into durable infrastructure, reducing landfill burden while offering a scalable model for future urban development.
The initiative, developed in collaboration with Concept Loop, is part of EBM’s broader sustainability strategy focused on circular economy practices, waste reduction, and responsible resource utilization. It also demonstrates how private-sector innovation can contribute to solving environmental challenges in urban Pakistan.
Speaking at the inauguration, EBM Executive Director Shahzain Munir said the company has always placed innovation at the center of its operations. He added that the project reflects EBM’s commitment to converting waste into long-term value and emphasized the importance of public–private partnerships in driving meaningful impact.
Mayor Murtaza Wahab praised the initiative, calling it a practical solution for Karachi’s infrastructure and environmental challenges. He noted that such efforts from the private sector are essential for delivering measurable improvements in urban development.
The inauguration event also included awareness activities aimed at promoting sustainable practices and responsible waste management.
On the same day, the mayor also laid the foundation stone for the rehabilitation of Mirza Adam Khan Road in Lyari Town, a project costing around Rs400 million. The scheme includes road construction as well as significant upgrades to the drainage system under Package-03.
Officials said the project involves a 4.48-kilometre dual carriageway and a 26-foot-wide road designed to improve traffic flow. A 4.61-kilometre drainage line, along with additional sewerage infrastructure, will also be installed to address long-standing drainage issues in the area.
The mayor said the development of Lyari’s infrastructure is a priority and confirmed that work is being carried out with a focus on quality and transparency. He added that Mirza Adam Khan Road is a key artery connecting Mauripur Road and the Garden areas and serves as an important alternative route during heavy traffic congestion.
He further stated that under the Lyari Transformation Project, launched on the directives of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, development work worth around Rs5 billion is underway in its first phase. He added that major water and road infrastructure projects in the area are progressing rapidly and are expected to be completed within the stipulated timelines.

Rawalpindi: ReNews Pakistan
The Punjab Highway Department has directed the National Engineering Services Pakistan (Nespak) to conduct a fresh review of the design for three proposed underpasses on Peshawar Road, as the government prepares to launch a major infrastructure project worth PKR 8 billion in early April.
Although the project design had already received approval from the Planning and Development Department, officials said the additional review aims to ensure improved traffic flow along one of the city’s busiest corridors. Special focus is being placed on refining the layout of link roads to eliminate potential bottlenecks between Saddar and Qasim Market.
The project involves the simultaneous construction of three underpasses on Peshawar Road, which currently accommodates more than 250,000 vehicles ежедневно. Authorities are targeting completion of the project before the onset of the monsoon season to avoid weather-related delays.
Preparatory work is already underway, including the relocation of essential utility services. Relevant departments have been instructed to expedite the shifting of electricity, gas, and communication infrastructure to clear the way for construction activities.
To minimise disruption for commuters, officials have confirmed that traffic will not be completely suspended during the construction phase. At least one lane on each side of the road will remain operational throughout the project duration.
In addition, land acquisition is in progress to support the expansion of service lanes along the route. Authorities have initiated the process, assuring that compensation for affected properties will be determined in accordance with prevailing market rates.
The Peshawar Road underpass project is part of broader government efforts to reduce congestion and enhance traffic management across key urban routes in Rawalpindi.