2009 PLP 1011 (YLR)
KHILJI BILAL AZIZ — Petitioner Versus CITY DISTRICT GOVERNMENT, KARACHI through E.D.O. and another — Respondents
| Citation | 2009 PLP 1011 (YLR) |
| Forum / Court | Karachi |
| Bench Members | Munib Ahmad Khan and Khawaja Naveed Ahmed, JJ |
| Parties | KHILJI BILAL AZIZ — Petitioner Versus CITY DISTRICT GOVERNMENT, KARACHI through E.D.O. and another — Respondents |
| Primary Law | Constitution of Pakistan (1973) |
Q1: What are the key laws and sections cited in 2009 PLP 1011 (YLR)?
This judgment primarily cites: Constitution of Pakistan (1973) as referenced in Pakistani case law index.
Q2: Which judicial bench decided the case 2009 PLP 1011 (YLR)?
The case was heard and decided by the Karachi bench comprising: Munib Ahmad Khan and Khawaja Naveed Ahmed, JJ.
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Laws Cited
Representation
- Zafar Ahmed, CDGK for Respondent.
- Mr. Zafar Ahmed, learned counsel for CDGK stated that he has filed counter-affidavit and that he on behalf of the CDGK undertakes that all arrangements for existing buildings will be made as certain policies are going on and necessary direction have also been issued. Mr. Mansoor Ahmed, Advocate for K.B.C.A, is also present in some other case. We observe that presence of CDGK in such type of matter is necessary. While accepting the explanation given by Mr. Zafar for arrangements taken in hand by the CDGK, we also direct the Karachi Building Control Authority that while approving the proposed building plan they must keep in mind that as to what arrangements have been made to combat the fire incident and make sure that proper arrangements are made. We may also observe that in case of emergency separate fire exists be provided keeping in view the height and density of the building.
Headnotes / Summary
Art. 199
Constitutional petition
Petitioner had sought issuance of directions to the authorities to give instruction to the builders to make proper arrangements for extinguishing the fire in the buildings
Counsel for authorities undertook that all necessary arrangements for existing buildings would be made
Undertaking given by the counsel for the authorities was accepted by High Court with direction to the Karachi Building Control Authority that while approving the proposed building plan, they must keep in mind that as to what arrangements had been made to combat the fire incidents; and ensure that proper arrangements were made and in case of emergency separate fire exits be provided keeping in view the height and density of the building. Petitioner in person.
Judgment & Decree
This petition has been filed for direction to CDGK to make arrangements in the building or provide some provision or to give direction to the builders to keep in mind the instances of fire and to make proper arrangements for extinguishing the fire. The prayer in the petition is of general nature and is pertinent keeping in view the fire incidents which are going on now-a- days. Mr. Zafar Ahmed, learned counsel for CDGK stated that he has filed counter-affidavit and that he on behalf of the CDGK undertakes that all arrangements for existing buildings will be made as certain policies are going on and necessary direction have also been issued. Mr. Mansoor Ahmed, Advocate for K.B.C.A, is also present in some other case. We observe that presence of CDGK in such type of matter is necessary. While accepting the explanation given by Mr. Zafar for arrangements taken in hand by the CDGK, we also direct the Karachi Building Control Authority that while approving the proposed building plan they must keep in mind that as to what arrangements have been made to combat the fire incident and make sure that proper arrangements are made. We may also observe that in case of emergency separate fire exists be provided keeping in view the height and density of the building. With above observations we dispose of this petition. H.B.T./K-2/K Order accordingly.