Steel Town Karachi is one of the most well-planned accommodation developed to provide housing and lifestyle facilities to the employees of Pakistan Steel Mills. Located along the N-5 National Highway which joins Shahrah-e-Faisal and connects Thatta to Karachi, the town enjoys great connectivity. With a spread of 8126 acres, Steel Town has developed into a fully fledged residential settlement, encompassing all the crucial civic and social services.
Strategic Location
The society’s location lies east of Gulshan-e-Hadeed, to the south Shahnawaz Goth borders it, to the west Razakabad and to the north it is reserved for agriculture. Additionally, the land opposite Bin Qasim adds to the importance of the location as it is convenient for work and residing.
Comprehensive Facilities & Infrastructure
Steel Town aimed to provide employees and their families a self-sufficient lifestyle balance work an recreational. The facilities offered include:
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Healthcare: An adequate sized hospital addressing for the medical needs of the residents.
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Education: An array of educational institutes which include schools and colleges, a Pakistan Steel Cadet College.
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Sports and Recreation: Residents have access to a variety of outdoor facilities including football, cricket, and hockey fields, a swimming pool, and community parks.
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Religious & Social Amenities: The presence of mosques, community centers, and thoughtfully designed parks ensures that all essential conveniences are within reach.
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Utilities: The town’s planning also incorporates modern urban infrastructures such as a reliable water supply, a drainage system, and electricity, among others.
Lifestyle & Significance
Steel Town is not only a residential project, but also a model community that has been integrated with industrial development. The blend of industrial development with modern amenities, especially with subsidized housing, ensures that the community is affordable with a high quality of life. The families that reside here appreciate the shift of focus in Steel Town, from predominantly industrial facilitated community, to fully integrated urban conveniences.
Conclusion
Steel Town Karachi is unique among the cities residential developments, not only in size and planning, but also with the diversity of facilities offered. While it was originally constructed for the employees of Pakistan Steel Mills, it has since evolved into a complete neighborhood that integrates all the essential elements of healthy living: education, commerce, recreation, and health.