Today, Friday 17 October, marked the first day of a 3-day Open House event for the Greater Karachi Regional Plan 2047, which is taking place at Frere Hall in the centre of the city.

Today’s session, held for the press and members of the public, marked the beginning of an open house exhibition on shaping Karachi’s long-term regional vision.

We were also very pleased to welcome the Director General of Karachi Development Authority Mr. Asif Siddiqui and others who have contributed to the development of Karachi’s previous master planning effort.

Participants engaged with members of the planning and technical teams, sharing perspectives on the city’s growth, infrastructure, and sustainability priorities.

The Open House continues tomorrow and on Sunday (both days 10am to 5pm), welcoming everyone to join the conversation and contribute to the vision for Karachi’s future.

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April 2026 – What can data tell us about how a city truly works?

As part of the GKRP 2047 planning process, our team has been exploring the city through a data-driven lens 🔍— looking at how urban form, mobility, access to amenities, environmental conditions, and public spaces interact to shape everyday life.

Using spatial analytics and urban diagnostics, we are building a clearer picture of how the city functions today and where opportunities for improvement may lie — gradually layering urban intelligence into traditional GIS to move from mapping what exists to understanding how the city behaves. From understanding patterns of accessibility to examining the relationship between urban density, green spaces, and environmental exposure, this work helps turn complex datasets into meaningful insights for long-term planning.

The goal is simple but powerful: use evidence to guide better decisions, supporting a future city that is more resilient, inclusive and sustainable as we look toward 2047.

Behind every map and dataset is the same question: how can cities work better for the people who live in them?

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January 2026 – Climate Week Karachi Engagement

The GKRP2047 team was active during Climate Week Karachi 2026. We were honoured to participate in a dedicated session hosted by the Climate Action Centre to introduce the Greater Karachi Regional Plan (GKRP) 2047.

The session featured a 30-minute presentation followed by an engaging and thoughtful Q&A, bringing together students, practitioners, and stakeholders to discuss the future of Karachi’s growth and resilience.

Held at Habib University Library, the discussion focused on the vision, objectives, and planning process of GKRP 2047, including ongoing research, citywide surveys, and avenues for public and stakeholder engagement. The session also highlighted how the plan will build upon and update the Karachi Strategic Development Plan 2020, responding to today’s climate, social, and urban challenges.

The exchange reinforced the importance of inclusive, evidence-based planning and meaningful dialogue in shaping a more climate-resilient, equitable and sustainable future for Karachi.

Thank you to the Climate Action Centre and all participants for the insightful discussion and valuable perspectives.

January 2026 – Climate Week Karachi | GKRP Engagement Session

As part of Climate Week Karachi 2026, we are pleased to share that Dar and Asian Consulting (JV) have been allocated a dedicated session by the Climate Action Centre to introduce the Greater Karachi Regional Plan (GKRP) 2047. The session will feature a 30-minute presentation followed by an interactive Q&A.

📅 Date: Friday, 30th January
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Venue: Habib University Library

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In this session we will present the vision, objectives, and planning process of GKRP 2047, including ongoing research, citywide surveys, and opportunities for public and stakeholder engagement. The discussion will highlight how the plan will update the Karachi Strategic Development Plan 2020 and guide Karachi toward a more climate-resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future.