Karachi: Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab emphasized the need for improved performance and merit-based promotions within the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) during a comprehensive meeting with departmental heads and other senior officials. The meeting, aimed at bolstering the efficiency and effectiveness of local government services, was held on Tuesday at the mayor’s office. It focused on the promotion mechanisms, departmental mergers, and the assessment of officers awaiting postings in order to optimize the administrative operations of the KMC.

According to Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Mayor Wahab stressed the importance of convening the departmental promotion committee to ensure that all KMC employees and officers, across all grades, receive fair consideration for promotion based solely on their performance and capabilities. He outlined that capable, hardworking, and talented officers are crucial for the improvement of the KMC’s performance and that their promotions should occur without any discrimination or bias.

The mayor also highlighted the need to identify which departments could be effectively merged to streamline operations and enhance service delivery. He insisted that all officers should demonstrate diligence and passion in their roles to significantly contribute to the development and betterment of their organization.

Further, Mayor Wahab addressed the issue of delayed postings for some officers, querying the causes and requesting detailed reports on their previous contributions and performance. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to assess and utilize the skills of KMC officers more effectively across the organization.

Mayor Wahab reiterated the commitment of his office to transparency in the promotion process and the broader administrative reforms aimed at making the KMC more efficient. He encouraged departmental heads to propose changes and ideas that could help reshape the administrative structure of the KMC, suggesting that merging less active departments could potentially lead to a more focused and efficient allocation of resources.

In conclusion, Mayor Wahab expressed his hope that all officers and employees of the KMC would fulfill their responsibilities with integrity and dedication, thus helping to restore and enhance public trust in the local government. He emphasized that the KMC, as the central local government body of Karachi, is committed to continuous improvement and effective collaboration with other civic institutions to foster the development of the city.