Mr. Roshan Ali Kanasro, a practical and visionary officer presently holds the position of Resident Director at the Planning, Development & Works Sindh, a constituent directorate within the Culture, Tourism, Antiquities & Archives Department of the Government of Sindh. With a robust professional background, he brings forth extensive expertise acquired through diverse roles within various pivotal departments of the Sindh Government.
Throughout his tenure, Roshan Ali Kanasro has been at the forefront of numerous projects encompassing physical infrastructure, intangible initiatives, and the preservation and conservation of historical landmarks and tourist destinations throughout the province. His prior responsibilities include serving as Managing Director of the Sindh Tourism Development Corporation (STDC), Director of Sindh Archives, Director of Spatial Development at the Katchi Abadi and Spatial Development Department, and Deputy Director (Works).
Leveraging his considerable management acumen, he has been steadfast in advancing socio-economic development while concurrently promoting the rich heritage of the Indus Valley Civilization. Under his leadership, 126 projects under the PDMI cell have been successfully executed, underscoring his ability to achieve designated objectives within specified timelines. Particularly noteworthy is his establishment of a groundbreaking laboratory dedicated to the preservation and scholarly examination of archaeological artifacts, thereby establishing a global benchmark and achieving a significant milestone in Pakistan’s historical landscape.
Moreover, Roshan Ali Kanasro has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to cultural promotion and corporate social responsibility through the organization of diverse cultural exhibitions and educational seminars across multiple sectors. His tenure as Director of Spatial Development also witnessed notable progress in the development of Katchi Abadi settlements.
During his stewardship as Managing Director of the Sindh Tourism Development Corporation (STDC), he directed efforts towards the renovation and enhancement of tourist sites, resorts, and hotels, with the aim of revitalizing Sindh’s tourism sector following a period of stagnation in preceding decades.