Pakistan, Oct. 25 -- Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab has inaugurated a family festival and pledged to restore the city's historical heritage. He said the initiative aims to attract younger generations to historic sites and make them lively public spaces again.

Speaking at Saturday's opening ceremony, Wahab highlighted the festivals planned to bring people back to these locations. He said a Bohra Food Festival had previously taken place, while a women chefs' festival is currently underway. Authorities also plan to organise a World Biryani Festival, followed by a Pulao Festival.

The mayor recalled a time when gunfire echoed through the area, contrasting it with the celebrations taking place today. He said a private bank had supporte...