Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced a clear timeline for the first phase of the Punjab Beautification Plan, setting February to May 2026 as the completion period. The ambitious initiative intends to transform cities, towns, and districts across the province into cleaner, greener, and more visually appealing spaces.
Province-Wide Projects Worth Rs 16.9 Billion
The plan covers 132 beautification projects across 39 districts of Punjab, with an estimated total cost of Rs 16.9 billion. During a special meeting chaired by the chief minister, officials presented detailed briefings on projects planned for each district, tehsil, and city.
Out of the total schemes, 97 projects have already received work orders, while 88 are currently underway, showing steady progress toward the deadline.
Major Cities to Receive Extensive Makeovers
Several major urban centers are ready to undergo large-scale improvements. Lahore will see 18 projects, Rawalpindi 17, Faisalabad 13, Multan 8, Sahiwal 24, Bahawalpur 16, Gujranwala 12, and Sargodha 6. These projects are intended to uplift
- Key roads
- Commercial areas
- Heritage sites
- Public spaces
Focus on Heritage, Greenery, and Urban Design
CM Maryam Nawaz continued to give instructions to the authorities to emphasize the restoration of historical gates, making relevant upgradation in commercial markets, and installing modern urban features.
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Planned improvements include
- Fiberglass
- Tensile structures
- Fountains
- Artificial waterfall
- Well-maintained green belts along major roads
Old grey pavements are going to be transformed and substituted with colorful, high-quality tiles to enhance the visual appeal of city streets. Special attention will be given to make sure markets look clean, organized, and welcoming.
Strict Monitoring and Accountability
To ensure timely completion, the provincial government will introduce a dedicated monitoring dashboard to track weekly progress. Assistant Commissioners will be directly responsible for overseeing implementation in their areas.
The chief minister kept on giving warning that strict action would be taken against issues such as
- Open manholes
- Broken roads
- Garbage piles
- Damaged green belts
- Faded paint, emphasizing zero tolerance for negligence
District-Specific Targets and Citizen Comfort
Specific deadlines have also been set. Six projects in Rahim Yar Khan must be completed by March 31, while key landmarks such as Baba Farid Gate and Al-Sadiq Mosque in Bahawalpur, and the 121-year-old Clock Tower in Faisalabad, will be restored.
Major markets in
- Gujranwala
- Sialkot
- Rawalpindi is expected to be transformed by May 31
CM Maryam Nawaz kept on emphasizing that the ultimate goal is end-to-end beautification, ensuring cleaner, more captivating cities while minimizing disruption to daily life during construction.