The University of Karachi has launched decisive measures to protect its campus land and prevent future encroachment, 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 an illegally constructed petrol pump on the university premises. In a meeting with Vice Chancellor Prof. Khalid Mahmood Iraqi, Deputy Commissioner East Nasrullah Abbasi and Sindh Anti-Corruption Establishment Director General Imtiaz Abro discussed follow-up measures to ensure long-term protection of the campus. The authorities stressed that proper demarcation and mutation of land should be completed quickly, thereby creating a clear legal framework to prevent unauthorized construction in the future. Professor Dr Iraqi commended the prompt action of government officials and reiterated the university’s determination to permanently secure all its lands and assets. He highlighted a specially convened single agenda union meeting, which laid the foundation for a clear and actionable strategy to combat encroachments. The cancellation of the NOC and the university’s proactive measures mark an important step towards safeguarding the University of Karachi campus, ensuring that it remains a safe space for students, faculty and future generations. Union approves key appointments to board of trustees The Karachi University Union, under the chairmanship of Prof. Dr Iraqi, has convened a meeting at the Vice-Chancellor’s Secretariat to approve key appointments to various boards and committees and to 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 to the university selection panel. Professors Dr Anila Amber Malik and Dr Syed Shabbir-ul-Hasan have been appointed to represent the Union on the Council for Advanced Studies and Research. The Union members also lauded Deputy Commissioner East Nasrullah Abbasi and Director General Anti-Corruption Sindh Imtiaz Abro for taking prompt action to cancel the no objection certificate (NOC) for an illegal petrol pump on the university grounds. Recommendations were made to issue certificates of appreciation to employees who played a key role in saving the campus. The meeting further approved the 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 those injured in the tragic Gul Plaza fire.
KU draws a line in the sand to protect its territory
