Governor House Karachi to host new year 2025

Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori has undertaken the initiative to host the grand fireworks show at Governor House in Karachi on December 31, 2024. The grand fireworks exhibition will be opened for public participation and gates of the Governor House located on all five sides. This is an important step in order to make sure the celebrations are as inclusive and accessible to everybody in Karachi and beyond as possible.

Governor Tessori said that this is for collective celebration and unity, with him saying, “We want to share the joy of the New Year with everyone.” He added that the grand fireworks show, 40 minutes long, seeks to break the international record in terms of scale and magnificence. This declaration of the Governor marks a memorable opening of New Year and shows a joyful opening that brings both the community together and experiences such celebrations.

Governor Tessori said how people are pleased to have another great year with wishing them peace, security, stability, economic development, and all-around wellbeing of Pakistan’s people. His speech further adds to the optimism for the New Year-2025 and working for the benefit of his nation.

Fireworks is going to take place over the event in Karachi at a time when Karachi seems to still find ways for public safety from the midst of merriment celebrations. In anticipation of large crowds and to ensure order, the city administration of Karachi has imposed Section 144 on the eve of the celebrations. Hence, carrying arms, aerial firing, and use of firecrackers are strictly prohibited in public places on December 31, 2024, and January 1, 2025. It is seen as a precautionary measure against untoward incidents on New Year’s eve. The decision was taken after a recommendation from Deputy Inspector General South Zone Karachi, Syed Hasan Naqvi, who has been insisting that the law needs to be followed stringently. The authorities have strictly informed that no one would go scot-free in case of violation and every visitor will be feeling safe and secure.

The grand fireworks display at Governor House is going to be one of the spectacular visual spectacles of New Year celebrations in Karachi. The city would be lit up by thousands of fireworks, and with this, it would not be a forgettable New Year’s Eve for any resident or visitor to the city as Karachi welcomes the year 2025. The event is likely to attract a huge crowd, making this not only a local celebration but also a regional welcoming of the New Year.

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FAQs

1. What is the time for the firework show?

The grand fireworks will be started at 12:00 AM of 1st January 2025 to usher in the New Year.

2. How long will the fireworks show be?

The fireworks show will be for about 40 minutes and this shall be a grand visual experience.

3. Will the public be allowed into the event?

Yes, the event is public and all five gates of the Governor House shall remain open.

4. Should there be an entry fee to be charged?

It’s free to entry; it is meant to be enjoyed by the people who love to enjoy New Year with people.

5. Are any security measures taken for the program?

Yes, the Karachi city administration has banned Section 144 in the area where the event will take place, which means there is no aerial firing and firecrackers as well as weapons on that place. All the security measures have been taken to keep everybody safe.

6. Any roadblock or traffic jam?

There may be some traffic management in and around the Governor House area to ensure smooth visitor traffic flow and public order. It would always be a good idea to check the traffic situation before the event.

7. What is done for the safety of the attendants?

In addition to section 144, there will be also the tight law enforcement hosting the event. The management promised that the events are going to be safe and orderly for citizens. The visitors are asked very much to observe all conditions of security.

8. Are visitors allowed to bring their pets to the event?

Due to safety reasons and comfort, there must not be pets allowed during the event because fireworks are dangerous and stressful for the animals to hear.