On 31 January 2006, the Urban Resource Center hosted a forum titled “Gutter Baghicha,” with Nisar Baloch as the speaker. The forum focused on the challenges facing Gutter Baghicha, a crucial green space in Karachi, which has been increasingly threatened by encroachments and urban expansion. Nisar Baloch discussed the environmental impact of these encroachments, the loss of biodiversity, and the public health risks associated with the area’s deterioration. The session emphasized the need for urgent action to protect Gutter Baghicha, proposing solutions such as legal interventions, community involvement, and sustainable urban planning to safeguard the park as a vital public space for the city’s residents.

The full report of the forum is available in the attached PDF.