Mqm-P Calls For Judicial Commission After Gul Plaza Fire In Karachi

The recent tragic fire at Gul Plaza in Karachi, which resulted in 80 casualties and numerous injuries, has led to significant public outcry and political ramifications. The Muttahida Qaumi Movement – Pakistan (MQM-P) has clarified that the gas generator installed at Gul Plaza is not linked to K-Electric, countering media reports that suggested otherwise. Dr. Farooq Sattar, a senior leader of MQM-P, emphasized that the generator's license was issued by the Sindh Energy Department and criticized the lack of proper inspections, which he believes contributed to the disaster. He stated, "The responsibility for monthly inspections rests with the Electrical Inspector, operating under the Government of Sindh," and called for a judicial commission to investigate the negligence surrounding the incident (Business Recorder, February 25, 2026).