Cracks emerge in under-construction mall building in Ranchore Line

Concern rises as cracks emerge in under-construction Momo Mall building in Ranchore Line area of Karachi.

The building has taken a precarious tilt, causing worry among locals about potential hazards.

The builder, in an ambitious endeavor, had decided to construct a five-storey commercial mall atop an existing residential building.

This unconventional approach has not only led to structural issues, as evidenced by the building’s leaning, but it has also heightened the danger for nearby residents.

The quality of materials used in the construction has raised serious doubts, with fears that the building might collapse at any moment.

This alarming situation underscores the importance of stringent construction standards and the need for thorough inspections during the building process.

Adding to the concern is the revelation that the construction of a five-storey commercial mall in a residential area, identified by Plot No. RC, 3/13, was permitted by the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA).

There are allegations that this approval may have been influenced by illicit practices, such as bribery.