KARACHI: Chief Minister of Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah on Thursday directed the administration to ensure comprehensive security measures and effective traffic management for the 46th death anniversary of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) founder and former prime minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, which will be observed on April 4 at Garhi Khuda Bux.

The meeting held at the CM House was attended by President PPP Sindh Nisar Khuhro, provincial ministers Nasir Shah, Saeed Ghani and Haji Ali Hassan Zardari, MPA Nida Khuhro, Chief Secretary Asif Hyder Shah and IG Police Ghulam Nabi Memon. Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon, PPP MPAs Jameel Soomro and Sohail Siyal joined via video link.

The chief minister said that PPP government would ensure that the 46th death anniversary of Shaheed Bhutto was commemorated in a grand and dignified manner.

He issued directives to ensure the event runs smoothly, with a particular emphasis on public convenience and security.

He instructed officials to arrange special parking facilities to prevent congestion and to establish separate entry and exit routes for easier movement.

Additionally, he stressed the need for adequate provisions of drinking water, restrooms and other essential facilities for attendees.

Mr Shah also directed the authorities to implement strict security measures to maintain order and ensure the safety of all participants.

He emphasised that traffic management on all roads leading to Garhi Khuda Bux must be well-planned.

“The public gathering at Garhi Khuda Bux is extremely significant and we must ensure that all arrangements — including security, traffic management and public facilities — are well-coordinated,” he said.

He instructed provincial ministers to visit the Mazar and review the arrangements shortly after Eid.

The meeting concluded with a pledge to ensure that the commemoration of Bhutto’s martyrdom on April 4 was well-organised and respectful.

Published in Dawn, March 28th, 2025