The leadership of the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) has publicly praised the Sindh government's recent announcement of financial aid for the families impacted by the devastating Gul Plaza incident. KATI President Muhammad Ikram Rajput and Acting Patron-in-Chief Zubair Chhaya issued a joint statement characterizing the relief package as both timely and praiseworthy.
Details of the Sindh Government's Relief Package
In their response, the prominent business leaders expressed the community's appreciation for Chief Minister Sindh's decisive action. The core of the announced measures includes financial compensation of Rs10 million for each individual who lost their life in the tragedy. Furthermore, the package encompasses support aimed at assisting affected traders and businesses in restarting their commercial operations, which have been severely disrupted.
A Call for Stringent Fire Safety Enforcement
While welcoming the relief, Rajput and Chhaya conveyed profound grief over the loss of life. They pivoted the conversation towards prevention, stressing an urgent need to reinforce and properly implement fire and safety protocols across all buildings, with special emphasis on industrial zones and commercial centers like Gul Plaza.
The KATI officials outlined critical steps necessary to avert future catastrophes. They emphasized that strict enforcement of existing fire safety laws is non-negotiable. This must be coupled with mandatory, regular safety audits of buildings and strong, coordinated action among all relevant institutions, including civic bodies, disaster management authorities, and industrial associations.
Solidarity with the Victims and Families
Concluding their statement, the association's leaders extended their deepest sympathies to the bereaved families. They offered prayers for the souls of the deceased and wished for the swift and full recovery of those injured in the incident. This gesture underscores the business community's solidarity with the victims during this period of immense hardship.
