With only one week remaining, organizers of the Aurat March in Karachi are still waiting for a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the district administration. The annual event is set to take place on May 10 at Sea View to mark Mother’s Day. In a bid to speed up the process, the organizers have reached out to Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari for her support. They highlighted Sindh’s rich history of women in politics and expressed hope for a prompt response. While the police have assured maximum security for the participants, the official permit remains pending with the South deputy commissioner’s office. The delay has caused anxiety among the activists who aim to gather peacefully to advocate for women’s rights and safety.
7 days to the march and we still have no NOC! We really hope that @AseefaBZ will stand with Aurat March in the spirit of Sindh’s history of women in political life, and ensure that an NOC is promptly issued!#AuratMarchRightToNOC #AuratMarch2026 pic.twitter.com/djuNt5Gtoz
— Aurat March – عورت مارچ (@AuratMarchKHI) May 3, 2026
Quick Facts
- The Aurat March in Karachi is scheduled for May 10 at Sea View.
- Organizers have not yet received the mandatory NOC from the city administration.
- A formal letter has been sent to Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari seeking urgent help.
- The event coincides with Mother’s Day instead of the traditional March 8 date.
- Police officials have promised full security for the marchers once permitted.
- The district administration is currently waiting for a final police recommendation report.
The organizers believe that the delay contradicts the progressive and democratic traditions of the province. In their letter, they reminded the leadership of the legacy of Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto and the importance of women in public life. This year’s march focuses on key issues such as bodily autonomy, freedom from violence, and better livelihoods for women.
Authorities have stated that the process is moving through the standard bureaucratic channels. The South senior superintendent of police is expected to submit a report soon to finalize the request. Despite the wait, the organizers remain committed to their peaceful and constitutional right to assemble. They hope that the permit will be issued shortly to allow for proper planning and coordination. The state continues to value the inclusion of all citizens in the political and social fabric of the country.
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