List of watering troughs in Karachi
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In the early 19th century, Karachi's watering troughs were recognized for their architectural significance.[1][2] These structures were primarily constructed from Gizri stone, a material no longer commonly used.[3] They reflected various European architectural styles prevalent in Karachi during its annexation period.[1]
Initially, these troughs played a crucial role in the city's infrastructure.[1] They provided water access to low-income workers and the general populace.[1] However, with technological advancements such as electrical pumps and the shift to motorized vehicles, there was a reduced reliance on animal-drawn carts. Consequently, the water troughs' relevance diminished.[1]
At least 30 watering troughs were built during British Raj.[2] Some of these structures have been demolished.[1] Below is a list of watering troughs located in Karachi:
List
| Name | Photo | Coordinates | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watering Trough I | Shahrah-e-Iran, Karachi | [4] | ||
| Watering Trough II | Adams Road, Karachi | [5] | ||
| Watering Trough III | Harding Bridge, Karachi | |||
| Watering Trough IV | 24°50′51″N 66°59′43″E / 24.847622222°N 66.995166667°E | M.A. Jinnah Road, Karachi | [6] | |
| Thakur Morarji Shiv Boda Watering Trough | Near Pakistan Chowk | It was built by Thakur Valamji Morarji in memory of his father Thakur Morarji Shiv Boda.[7][8] | ||
| Pahlajrai Revachand Panjabi Watering Trough | Near Merewether Tower, Karachi | It was donated by Pahlajrai Revachand Panjabi.[9] | ||
| Byram Edulji Watering Trough | Near Guru Mandir, Karachi | It was built in 1893 by Byram Edulji.[10] | ||
| Diwan Dayaram Chellaram Mirchandani Watering Trough | 24°51′27″N 67°00′38″E / 24.857391667°N 67.010638889°E | Mission Road, near the Civil Hospital, Karachi | It was built in 1927 by Shrimati Aplibai, in memory of her husband, Diwan Dayaram Chellaram Mirchandani.[11][12] | |
| Framroze E. Punthakey Watering Trough | Soldier Bazaar, Karachi | It was built in 1924 and is named after Framroze E. Punthakey who was served as the Honorary Secretary General of SPCA between 1878 and 1921.[2] | ||
| Bahadur Nusserwangi Metha Watering Trough | Borapir, Karachi | It was built in 1934 by the staff of the Nusserwangi Company and is named after Bahadur Nusserwangi Metha.[13] | ||
| Napier Mole Watering Trough | Napier Mole Bridge, Karachi | It was built in 1900 by Byram Edulji.[13] | ||
| Nanakwara Garden Watering Trough | Nanakwara Garden, Karachi | It was gifted by the Dumb Animals Fund.[13] |
References
- ^ a b c d e f Laiq, Architect Wajeeha (2022). "An Approach for Documenting Historic Drinking Water Troughs of Karachi, Pakistan". In Vujicic, Miroslav D.; Kasim, Azilah; Kostopoulou, Stella; Chica Olmo, Jorge; Aslam, Mohamed (eds.). Cultural Sustainable Tourism. Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation. Cham: Springer International Publishing. pp. 155–168. doi:10.1007/978-3-031-07819-4_14. ISBN 978-3-031-07819-4.
- ^ a b c "Once upon a time, Karachi cared for its animals". The Express Tribune. February 6, 2019.
- ^ "Karachi's Disappearing Troughs". arifhasan.org. Retrieved 2024-01-22.
- ^ List of Heritage Buildings pg 11 Sindh Building Control Authority, Government of Sindh. Retrieved 14 June 2014
- ^ List of Heritage Buildings pg 10 Sindh Building Control Authority, Government of Sindh. Retrieved 14 June 2014
- ^ "Water Trough M.A. Jinnah road". doam.gov.pk.
- ^ "The Water Troughs of Karachi". Pakistan Chowk Community Centre. June 10, 2022.
- ^ "Before derelict heritage turns to dust, Karachi needs a history lesson". www.geo.tv. Retrieved 2024-01-22.
- ^ "City Landmarks – The water trough near Merewether Tower". The Karachi Walla. 2018-07-18. Retrieved 2024-01-22.
- ^ "City Landmarks – Byram Edulji Water trough, Guru Mandir". July 25, 2019.
- ^ "KARACHI: Neglected trough gets facelift". DAWN.COM. January 15, 2007.
- ^ "Diwan Dayaram Chellaram Mirchandani Trough".
- ^ a b c "Karachi's Disappearing Troughs".