The University of Karachi has launched decisive measures to safeguard its campus land and prevent future encroachments, reaffirming its commitment to protecting one of the city’s largest educational spaces. The move comes after the cancellation of a controversial No Objection Certificate (NOC) for a petrol pump illegally built on the university premises. In a meeting with Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Khalid Mahmood Iraqi, Deputy Commissioner Eastern Nasrullah Abbasi and Sindh Anti-Corruption Authority Director General Imtiaz Abro discussed follow-up measures to ensure long-term protection of the campus. Authorities emphasized that the demarcation and mutation of suitable lands must be completed as soon as possible, creating a clear legal framework to prevent unauthorized construction in the future. Professor Dr. Iraqi praised the swift action of government officials and reiterated the university’s determination to secure all its land and assets permanently. He highlighted a specially convened single-agenda union meeting, which laid the foundation for a clear and executable strategy to address encroachments. The cancellation of the NOC and the university’s proactive measures mark a significant step towards safeguarding the University of Karachi campus, ensuring that it remains a safe space for students, faculty and future generations. Union approves key nominations for board of directors Karachi University Union, under the chairmanship of Professor Dr. Iraqi, convened a meeting at the Vice Chancellor’s Secretariat to approve key nominations for various boards and committees and recognize the university staff for their role in protecting the campus from illegal encroachments. During the session, the Union approved the appointment of Sadia Salehuddin as its representative in the university selection board. Professors Dr. Anila Amber Malik and Dr. Syed Shabbir-ul-Hasan were nominated to represent the Union on the Board of Advanced Research and Studies. The Union members also praised Deputy Commissioner East Nasrullah Abbasi and Director General Anti-Corruption Sindh Imtiaz Abro for taking swift action to cancel the No Objection Certificate (NOC) for an illegal petrol pump on university grounds. Recommendations were made to issue certificates of appreciation to employees who played a key role in safeguarding the campus. The meeting further approved reports and resolutions of the previous session of the Union held on October 18, 2025 and concluded with prayers for the victims and speedy recovery of the injured of the tragic Gul Plaza fire.
KU draws a line in the sand to protect its grass
