Key Takeaways
- The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Sindh Assembly has ordered an inquiry.
- The Hawks Bay Scheme 42, launched by the Lyari Development Authority (LDA), remains incomplete after 33 years.
- The PAC expressed strong displeasure over the failure to complete development works and hand over plots.
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Sindh Assembly has ordered an inquiry into the long-delayed Hawks Bay Scheme 42, launched by the Lyari Development Authority (LDA). The scheme, which was supposed to address housing and development needs in the area, has remained incomplete for over three decades, prompting the PAC’s intervention.
According to a statement from APP, the PAC expressed strong displeasure over the failure to complete development works, hand over possession of plots, and issue leases to allottees. The scheme, which was launched 33 years ago, has seen significant delays despite its initial promise.
The Hawks Bay Scheme 42 is part of a larger project aimed at providing housing solutions in Lyari, an area known for its socio-economic challenges. Despite the lengthy delay, no specific reasons or responsible parties have been identified by the PAC as yet.
In a statement released to the press, PAC members highlighted the urgent need for accountability and transparency in public sector projects. They emphasized that such delays not only affect the lives of allottees but also undermine public trust in government institutions.
The inquiry will likely focus on identifying the reasons behind the prolonged delay and holding relevant authorities accountable. The PAC has directed the LDA to provide a detailed report within a specified timeframe, outlining measures taken to address the issues and prevent future delays.
Local residents have expressed frustration over the years of waiting for their plots and homes. Many allottees have reported that they were promised development in 1989 but have yet to see any significant progress. The PAC’s decision is seen as a step towards addressing these long-standing grievances.
The Hawks Bay Scheme 42 is one of several projects under the LDA, which has been criticized for similar delays and inefficiencies in other schemes. The PAC’s inquiry aims to set a precedent for more rigorous oversight and accountability in public sector development projects.
