Sindh Chief Secretary Reviews Security for International Urdu Conference
— November 26, 2024
KARACHI (AIA) Sindh Chief Secretary Syed Asif Haider Shah chaired a high-level meeting on Tuesday to review security and facilitation arrangements for the 17th Aalmi Urdu Conference 2024, scheduled to take place from December 5 to 8 at the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi.
During the meeting, Muhammad Ahmed Shah, President of the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, provided an overview of the conference, which will also feature Jashn-e-Karachi celebrations. The meeting was attended by senior officials, including the Secretary of Culture, Karachi Commissioner, Municipal Commissioner, Shahab Ansari, Director General of Protocol, CCPO Karachi, DIG Traffic, and others.
Chief Secretary Shah commended the Sindh government for the successful organisation of the 38-day World Culture Festival Karachi and emphasised the importance of continuing these proactive measures. He expressed gratitude for the government’s ongoing support and noted the positive international response, with participants expected from the USA, Europe, Japan, the Middle East, and India.
The Chief Secretary directed the Additional IG Karachi to ensure robust security during the conference. He also instructed DIG Traffic to maintain smooth traffic flow and the Municipal Commissioner to enhance the city’s aesthetics, particularly routes leading from the airport to the Arts Council.
Shah highlighted that the peaceful organisation of events like the World Culture Festival and IDEAS reflects Karachi’s improved law and order, enabling the hosting of high-profile international conferences.
Additional measures include collaboration with Solid Waste Management and KMC for cleanliness, deployment of ambulances and fire brigades for emergencies, and ensuring hospital access for medical aid. A special desk will be established at the airport to welcome international guests.