In a significant move aimed at bolstering public security infrastructure, Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori has given his formal assent to the Sindh Safe Cities Authority (Amendment) Bill, 2025. This crucial legislative step empowers the provincial authority with expanded functions and responsibilities.
Expanding the Mandate for Enhanced Security
The newly approved amendment bill fundamentally transforms the scope of the Sindh Safe Cities Authority. Previously focused on the operational management of the Sindh Police's Safe City projects, the authority's role has now been substantially broadened.
Under the revised mandate, the authority is empowered to plan, execute, manage, and maintain all public safety and security projects across the entire province of Sindh. This is a strategic shift from a project-specific focus to a province-wide, holistic approach to urban security infrastructure.
Key Provisions and Structural Changes
The amendment introduces several critical changes to the governing structure and operational framework of the authority. A major revision involves the composition of the authority's governing body.
The Inspector General (IG) of Sindh Police will now serve as the Vice-Chairperson of the authority. This change formally integrates the province's top police official into the leadership core, ensuring direct coordination between the security infrastructure and law enforcement operations.
Furthermore, the bill grants the authority the legal capacity to enter into contracts, acquire and hold property, and sue or be sued in its own name. These provisions are designed to provide the institution with the autonomy and legal standing necessary to efficiently execute large-scale security projects.
Implications for Public Safety and Future Projects
The approval of this bill by Governor Tessori marks a pivotal moment for security planning in Sindh. By centralizing the planning and management of safety projects under one specialized authority, the government aims to achieve greater efficiency, standardization, and technological integration.
This legislative framework is expected to accelerate the development and modernization of surveillance, emergency response, and intelligent policing systems in major urban centers like Karachi, Hyderabad, and Sukkur, as well as other parts of the province. The move is widely seen as a response to evolving security challenges and the need for a more proactive, technology-driven security apparatus.
The enhanced role of the Sindh Police IG within the authority's structure is anticipated to foster seamless collaboration between infrastructure managers and frontline law enforcement personnel, potentially leading to faster response times and more effective crime prevention strategies.
With this legal foundation now in place, the Sindh Safe Cities Authority is poised to embark on a new phase of expansion and technological advancement, directly impacting the daily safety and security of millions of citizens in the province.
