Karachi Cantonment
In today's world, Karachi Cantonment is a topic that has gained great relevance in different areas of society. Whether in the political, social, cultural or technological field, Karachi Cantonment has aroused great interest and debate among specialists and experts. Over time, Karachi Cantonment has become a topic of constant discussion, as its implications and effects have a significant impact on our daily lives. In this article, we will explore in detail the different dimensions and perspectives of Karachi Cantonment, with the aim of better understanding its importance and influence in today's society.
Karachi Cantt. | |
|---|---|
| Karachi Cantonment | |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Province | Sindh |
| City District | Karachi |
| Established | August 1942 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Cantonment Board |
| • Body | Karachi Cantonment Board |
| Area | |
| • Total | 993.916 km2 (383.753 sq mi) |
| Population (1998) | |
| • Total | 58,000 |
| Time zone | Pakistan Standard Time |
| • Summer (DST) | GMT +05:00 |
| Website | www |
The Karachi Cantonment (Urdu: کراچی چھاؤنی) is a cantonment town of the city of Karachi, in Sindh, Pakistan.
History
It serves as a Pakistan Army military base and residential establishment. It was originally established by the British in August 1839 as a military base for the British Army, and was taken over by the Pakistan Army in 1947. The cantonment maintains sewerage, sanitation, roads, buildings control, transfer of immoveable properties, death, birth and marriage record of the respective area.
Railway Station
The biggest and busiest railway station of Pakistan, Karachi Cantonment railway station, is also located here.
Dumlottee Wells
Wells were dug and built near the river at Dumlottee in 1881, which supplied five million gallons of water to Karachi Cantonment every day. Dumlottee wells were designed and built by British engineers Temple and Currie in 1882.
Boundaries
- North: Garden Area
- South: Karachi Cantonment railway station
- East: FTC Bridge
- West: Arts Council of Pakistan, Sindh Assembly Building
Landmarks
- Karachi Cantonment Railway Station
- Muhammad Ali Jinnah Road
- Shara-e-Faisal
- Finance and Trade Centre
- Fleet Club
- Services Club
- St. Anthony’s Church
See also
References
- ^ "Who is running for today's cantonment boards polls in Karachi". Samaa TV. 12 September 2021. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
- ^ "Dumlottee Conduit: A neglected historical asset". The Express Tribune. 2019-10-02. Retrieved 2020-10-14.
- ^ Hasan, Shazia (2013-08-04). "The 12 remaining Dumlottee wells". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2020-10-14.
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