Sindh govt announces one-window facility at ABAD House
KARACHI (Staff Report): Sindh Minister for Local Government Syed Nasir Hussain Shah on Friday announced the establishment of a One-Window Operation office at ABAD House to facilitate builders and developers and to fast-track approvals for construction projects.
He made the announcement while inaugurating the three-day ABAD In-House Exhibition of construction products, organized by the Association of Builders and Developers (ABAD) at ABAD House. ABAD Chairman Muhammad Hanif Gohar accompanied the minister.
Sindh Governor Syed Nihal Hashmi attended the ceremony as Guest of Honour.
Speaking on the occasion, Nasir Shah said the Sindh government was moving towards complete digitisation of its services alongside the introduction of a Single-Window Operation. He said the Director General of Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) and other government departments were working in close coordination to resolve the issues of the construction industry on a priority basis.
“The establishment of a One-Window Operation office at ABAD House is aimed at addressing the problems of builders and developers, simplifying the approval process and promoting business activities,” the minister said.
He termed the exhibition at ABAD House an important development for the growth of the construction sector, adding that such events benefit not only the construction industry but also its allied industries.
The minister reiterated that the Sindh government was committed to providing a conducive business environment and creating new investment opportunities, particularly in the construction sector, which is the second largest employment generator after agriculture.
“Our desire is that discussions should focus on Pakistan’s development, business opportunities and promotion of investment. Pakistan is receiving positive recognition internationally and we should benefit from this favourable environment,” he said.
He said the government wanted both local and foreign investors to come to Pakistan and invest, and for this purpose maximum facilities must be provided to the business community so that capital is utilized within the country instead of being transferred abroad.
He added that PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Sindh Chief Minister were always ready to extend full cooperation to the business community.
Governor Sindh Syed Nihal Hashmi, in his address, appreciated ABAD Chairman Muhammad Hanif Gohar for bringing ABAD House to life by displaying products from various sectors under one roof. He advised participating companies to explore international markets and export their products to contribute to Pakistan’s economic development.
The ceremony was attended by ABAD Senior Vice Chairman Danish Bin Rauf, Vice Chairman Syed Khurshid Alam, Chairman Southern Region Syed Moez Zaidi, heads of SBCA, Karachi Development Authority (KDA) and other government departments, along with a large number of builders and developers.
A total of 23 companies, including Port Celano, Popular, City Tiles, GM Tiles and World Ceramics, participated in the expo, showcasing tiles, furniture, fans and other building materials.