KARACHI: The cash-strapped Karachi Development Authority( KDA) is planning to approach the Sindh government for allotment of thousands of acres along Northern Bypass for a mega housing scheme that would not only make the authority financially viable but also help in restoring its past glory. Well-placed sources told Dawn that around two years ago the KDA board of governors had accorded approval for preparation of the new housing scheme, but the matter remained pending disposal as the state land

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Spurred by activist citizens, a number of recent court rulings have ordered the demolition of illegal structures encroaching on amenity spaces, including land allocated for public parks.... Many living in Karachi associated the city’s Aladdin Park with summer fun.... Every year, as the sun scorched the city, scores of Karachiites would make their way to the amusement and water park....