Looking at the complex managerial problems caused by the rapid expansion of the urban population in Malir Town, Karachi, the Sindh government established the Malir Development Authority (MDA) back in 1993. The authority was responsible for many roles and responsibilities to improve and arrange the local infrastructure.
So, today we will present a comprehensive overview of the Malir Development Authority (MDA).
Founded in 1993, MDAs have emerged with the core goal of developing the neglected residential areas and for restoration of the stalled development projects in Malir Town, Karachi. The authority was merged with the Karachi Municipal District Government (CDGK) in 2001. However, the CDGK was later dissolved leaving the MDA as an independent institution again.
Malir Town is spread to a large area having its one end in Gulshan Town while the other touches Gadap Town. Malir Development Authority is exploring new ways to initiate the provision of cheap housing in the area.
Has the Malir Development Authority (MDA) Introduced Some Housing Schemes?
As of now, the Malir Development Authority in Karachi has introduced 3 housing plans. The details listed below are:
- New Malir Housing Scheme-1
- Shah Latif City Scheme 25-A
- Taiser Town Scheme-45
NEW MALIR-LOGO-SCHEME-1
The New Malir Housing Scheme-1 has extended to about 4000 acres in the northeastern part of the city. The project was launched with the aim of providing shelter to more than a million people belonging to low- and middle-income communities. The project is located in the center of Bin Qasim Industrial Zone on the main National Highway and is adjacent to Steelworks and a connecting road to M9 highway better known as Karachi-Hyderabad highway. One of the main highways of the country.
SHAH LATIF-URBAN SCHEME 25-A
Following the pattern of New Malir Housing Scheme-1, Shah Latif Urban Scheme 25-A has also been established to provide affordable housing units. This cheap MDA scheme has significant commercial value. Shah Latif Town is located about 20 minutes from Jinnah International Airport, Karachi. Shah Latif Town is also close to Landhi Industrial Zone.
TAISER URBAN SCHEME-45
Taiser Town is another most controversial project of the Malir Development Authority in Karachi. Taiser Town is also a low-cost housing plan with the goal of providing affordable housing options to low- and middle-income communities. The project covers a vast area of 20,000 acres.
Taiser Town is a very popular housing plan among real estate, especially in the recent past. One of the main reasons for its popularity and superiority over other MDA projects is that it was planned by an international company. Engineering Consultants International Limited (ECIL). The housing plan will offer all the basic amenities and facilities to its residents.
In addition, a 4-lane Highway the city’s main road link passes through Taiser Town. The road intersects with Jinnah Avenue and MM Alam Road near the junction of M9, Karachi-Hyderabad Highway. Therefore, we can say that Taiser Town is located in a well connected area.
What are the roles and responsibilities of the Malir Development Authority (MDA)?
The main roles and responsibilities of the Malir Development Authority (MDA) in Karachi are as follows:
- The authority is concerned not only with the development of the area, but also its role includes upgrading and prospering the existing infrastructure.
- All litigation issues on housing societies, projects and urban development in the area will be handled by MDA.
- MDA would be responsible for overseeing and approving the map of all housing developments in Malir Town.
- MDA is responsible for ensuring that the area is free of illegal interventions and they must carry out our anti-attack drives at regular intervals to counter this issue. Moreover, MDA will also monitor and counter the irregularities in the local real estate sector.
- MDA are parents of Sindh Government. Therefore, it is responsible for organizing election events and launching investment plans for all its affordable housing.
How to reach the Malir Development Authority (MDA)?
You can visit the Malir Development Authority headquarters between 9:00 AM to 17:00 PM The office is located in Gulshan-e-Iqbal Karachi. Bangalow No G-4 / B, Block 17
You can also contact MDA by phone at (021) 99244770
So this is our today’s comprehensive overview of the Malir Development Authority (MDA) in Karachi. We also addressed the main roles and responsibilities of MDA. We hope this information will help you better understand the purpose and purpose of this government owned real estate authority.
