Who Should Control Karachi ? The Province or the Federation ? | Wasim Akhtar set the fire | #mqm

In this powerful episode of FIR with Faheem Siddiqui, senior journalist Faheem Siddiqui takes on one of Pakistan’s most burning questions — Is it time to create new provinces in Pakistan? Should Karachi — the country’s financial lifeline — be given the status of a separate province, a federal city, or a Greater Karachi Authority? As political tensions rise between the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N), governance in Karachi continues to collapse. Potholes, broken infrastructure, water shortage, garbage, and chaotic transport — the city that feeds the entire nation now suffocates under the weight of mismanagement and politics. In this episode, Faheem Siddiqui compares global models of urban governance — from Telangana in India, where Hyderabad flourished after provincial division, to Beijing and Shanghai, which operate directly under the Chinese central government as federal-level cities. He also discusses Nigeria’s state expansion, Toronto’s metropolitan merger, and London’s Greater Authority model — all examples of how administrative restructuring can transform cities. Joining him in the studio is former Karachi Mayor Waseem Akhtar, who gives a blunt and solution-oriented perspective on what needs to be done. “The Field Marshal needs to do this,” he says — a statement that reopens Pakistan’s biggest debate: who should control Karachi — the province or the federation? Waseem Akhtar shares his firsthand insight into Karachi’s broken municipal structure, the lack of authority given to mayors, and how bureaucracy and politics cripple the city’s development. Should Karachi become a separate province, a new administrative unit, or a federal territory under Islamabad’s control? Or should there be a Greater Karachi Authority like London’s GLA or Toronto’s Metro Government — with all powers centralized in the office of an elected mayor? This podcast goes beyond politics — it’s about governance, decentralization, and Pakistan’s future urban model. Karachi’s fate reflects the fate of Pakistan itself. Without administrative reforms, no political slogan can save the country’s largest city. Watch the full conversation to understand why experts around the world believe that cities with populations over 20 million cannot be managed without autonomous administrative systems. This episode is an essential watch for anyone interested in Pakistan politics, Karachi governance, Waseem Akhtar’s vision, local government reforms, and the future of provincial division in Pakistan. 📺 Hosted by: Faheem Siddiqui 🎙️ Guest: Former Karachi Mayor Waseem Akhtar 📍 Topic: Karachi’s Governance, Provincial Division, and Greater Karachi Authority 💬 Platform: FIR with Faheem Siddiqui — Fearless Investigative Reporting #Karachi #WaseemAkhtar #FIRwithFaheemSiddiqui #GreaterKarachiAuthority #KarachiProblems #NewProvinces #PakistanPolitics #LocalGovernment #KarachiMayor #PPP #PMLN #SindhPolitics #UrbanGovernance #KarachiReforms #PakistanNews #FaheemSiddiqui #KarachiUnderSiege #KarachiDevelopment #PoliticalCrisis #KarachiPodcast Subscribe now and join us as we uncover the truth. Contact for Paid Promotions & Collaborations For brand deals, sponsorships, or advertising inquiries on FIR with Faheem Siddiqui, please reach out to: Email: [firfaheemsiddiqui@gmail.com] WhatsApp: [+92-03323803080] Stay Connected with FIR with Faheem Siddiqui 🎥 Pakistan’s first investigative crime & political journalism show – uncovering truth, exposing mafias, and fighting misinformation with facts. 👇 Subscribe & Support Independent Journalism 👇 📌 Join this channel for exclusive perks 📺 Subscribe Now: @FIRFaheemSiddiqui ⸻ 🌐 Follow Us on All Platforms 🔵 Facebook: facebook.com/FIRFaheemSiddiqui 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@FIRFaheemSiddiqui 🐦 Twitter (X): twitter.com/FIRFaheemSid 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/@FIRFaheemSiddiqui 🧵 Threads: threads.com/@FIRFaheemSiddiqui 🌍 Official Website: www.firwithfaheemsiddiqui.com ⸻ 📧 For Investigative Tips or Business Inquiries: ✉️ firfaheemsiddiqui@gmail.com پاکستان کا پہلا انویسٹیگیٹو کرائم اور پولیٹیکل شو سچ کی تلاش، مافیا کا پردہ فاش، اور حقائق پر مبنی صحافت