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Alkhidmat opens 70th water filtration plant in Karachi
KARACHI: Alkhidmat Karachi has inaugurated its 70th water filtration plant in the megacity under its WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) program, marking another step toward providing clean drinking water to underserved communities. The latest facility was opened in Model Colony, an area that now hosts four filtration plants operated by the organisation. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Jamaat-e-Islami Karachi General Secretary Taufiquddin Siddiqui, District Airport Ameer Muhammad Ashraf, WASH Program Director Gohar-ul-Islam, and other officials. A large number of locals were also present. Speaking on the occasion, Siddiqui praised Alkhidmat's consistent efforts to provide safe and accessible drinking water, highlighting that the organisation has also completed over 1,100 bore projects in underserved neighbourhoods. Mobile water vans are additionally deployed across Karachi to distribute water at public spots, including outside hospitals and government offices. Siddiqui also called for better water conservation practices, particularly the reuse of grey-water from households and mosques for gardening or replenishing groundwater through wells and boreholes. He urged mosque committees and the public to play a proactive role in conserving water. District Ameer Muhammad Ashraf commended the initiative but stressed that the provision of clean water is a fundamental government responsibility. 'While Alkhidmat's service is exemplary, access to clean water, healthcare, and education should be guaranteed by the state,' he said. Gohar-ul-Islam, head of the WASH program, shared insights into the organization's broader water initiatives. He noted that Alkhidmat runs its own water testing laboratory to ensure quality control and said clean water provision remains central to its public health mission. He appealed to philanthropists and donors to support the scaling up of such life-saving projects across Karachi. Alkhidmat's expanding network of water projects continues to serve thousands of families in Karachi, filling critical gaps where municipal supply systems fall short. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
24-05-2025
- Business
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Alkhidmat holds interviews for Bano Qabil 4.0 Programme
KARACHI: Alkhidmat Karachi organized special interviews for the summer session of its flagship Bano Qabil 4.0 Programme, aimed at providing a second chance to male and female students who missed the initial round of interviews. The interviews, held at Idara Noor-e-Haq, saw a large turnout of enthusiastic youth. Candidates were assessed on their academic background and guided toward appropriate IT and tech-related courses. Chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Karachi, Monem Zafar Khan, visited the venue, accompanied by Alkhidmat Karachi Executive Director Rashid Qureshi. The duo interacted with students, discussed their course preferences, and expressed encouragement. Monem praised the initiative, calling Bano Qabil a 'serious and effective effort to equip youth with modern skills and employment opportunities.' He urged students to work diligently and contribute to national development through their expertise in technology. Rashid Qureshi highlighted that interviews for female students would begin Sunday, May 25, and that the summer session is set to commence after Eid-ul-Azha. He encouraged all eligible students to seize this opportunity for skill development and career growth. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
17-05-2025
- Business
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Alkhidmat's Bano Qabil, Fossphorus ink MoU
KARACHI: Alkhidmat Karachi's Bano Qabil IT program and Fossphorus, a leading IT company, have signed MoU to establish a Satellite Incubation Center aimed at empowering youth with advanced IT skills. The signing ceremony, attended by Alkhidmat Karachi CEO Naveed Ali Baig, Bano Qabil Director Farooq Kamalani, Head of Incubation Raja Haris, and Fossphorus Managing Partner Faisal Siddiqui, marked a significant step in expanding opportunities for young people. Naveed Ali Baig highlighted that the Bano Qabil program already supports youth lacking resources by providing access to computers and expert supervision to enhance industry-specific skills and secure employment. The new Satellite Incubation Center will further improve facilities and outreach. Faisal Siddiqui emphasized Fossphorus' expertise in integrating creativity and technology, noting that the collaboration will offer youth practical, industry-relevant experience and modern educational opportunities. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
08-05-2025
- Politics
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Alkhidmat Karachi activates emergency response centers
KARACHI: In a swift response to the ongoing Indian aggression and the evolving wartime situation, Alkhidmat Karachi's Disaster Management Department has urgently activated all its Emergency Response Centers across the city. Volunteers have been instructed to remain on high alert, and all equipment has been readied for rapid deployment to affected areas as required. Alkhidmat has established coordination with Civil Defense, Rescue 1122, and the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) to ensure a unified and effective response. These institutions have agreed to collaborate closely, building on their history of partnership with Alkhidmat. As part of the emergency preparedness strategy, training in Basic Life Support (BLS), first aid, and civil defense has begun for Alkhidmat's volunteers. The aim is to strengthen their capabilities in dealing with any critical situation that may arise during the current crisis. On Wednesday evening, Chief Jamaat-e-Islami Karachi, Monem Zafar Khan, visited the Emergency Response Center at Alkhidmat's head office. He was accompanied by Executive Director Alkhidmat Karachi Rashid Qureshi and Manager Disaster Management Sarfaraz Sheikh. During the visit, Monem Zafar Khan received a comprehensive briefing on the status and readiness of Emergency Response Centers throughout the city. It was conveyed to him that all centers are fully operational, with volunteers on high alert and mobile health units deployed as part of the response efforts. He expressed appreciation for Alkhidmat's proactive approach and readiness in managing the situation. Condemning the Indian aggression and the resultant martyrdom of Pakistani women, children, and men, Monem Zafar Khan stated that such actions are unacceptable and that India will have to bear the consequences. He lauded the courage and resolve of the Pakistan Air Force and Armed Forces in their response to the aggression and emphasized that the entire nation stands united with its military during this critical time. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
