| Bagh-e-Karachi | |
| Native Name Lang: | ur |
| Type: | Public park |
| Location: | Karachi, Pakistan |
| Administrator: | City of Karachi |
Bagh-e-Karachi (Urdu:), previously known as Aladin Park is a public park currently under construction in Karachi, Pakistan.[1] The groundbreaking ceremony was performed by Governor of Sindh Kamran Tessori on January 28, 2023.[1] The ceremony was also attended by the United Arab Emirates Consul General and Administrator Karachi, Syed Saifur Rehman.[2]
Bagh-e-Karachi was originally part of the Karachi Safari Park, which was designated as a public park. However, in 1995, it was converted into the Aladdin Amusement Park, which also housed the Aladdin Shopping Mall and the Pavilion & Club. These establishments became popular attractions over the years. On 14 June 2021, the Supreme Court of Pakistan declared these structures illegal, as they were illegally constructed on public property.[3] The court ordered their demolition within two days as part of the anti-encroachment campaign.[4] After the demolition, the area was cleared and returned to its original purpose as a public park, now known as Bagh Karachi.[5]
The park, spanning over an area of 72 acres, is being constructed following orders from the Supreme Court of Pakistan. Because the place had been encroached upon in the past.[1] As part of the inauguration, a plaque was unveiled and the foundation stone was laid by the Governor of Sindh, Kamran Tessori, and the UAE Consul General.[6] According to Tessori, it will add to the beauty of Karachi and its construction is expected to be completed in six months.[7]
In the initial phase of construction, 5653 trees were planted in the park.[6] The park is being envisioned as a family park with several recreational amenities, including swings.[6]
Apart from the park, a new building for the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) City Council with a capacity of 600 to 800 seats is also being constructed on the grounds. Governor Tesori also laid the foundation stone of this new building.[8] [9]