KARACHI: Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab has approved a comprehensive Rs4.2 billion uplift and beautification plan to rehabilitate four major road corridors, aiming to improve traffic flow, urban aesthetics and overall infrastructure in the metropolis. The plan was finalised during a meeting at the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) head office, where the mayor directed officials to […]
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Punjab plans Rs100m fine to curb manhole cover theft
The Punjab government plans to introduce stringent legal measures, including fines of up to Rs100 million, to curb the growing problem of manhole cover theft across Lahore and other cities in the province, officials said on Thursday. Read More: Traders express displeasure over manholes in Hyderabad The proposed move follows a series of theft-related incidents in which […]
Karachi mayor sets up vigilance teams for road repairs
Karachi Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab has directed the immediate formation of independent vigilance committees to monitor repair works on major roads across the city. The move aims to ensure that minor road-related issues are identified and resolved within 24 hours of being reported. Read More: Ending political tug-of-war need of the hour, says mayor The directive […]
World Bank approves $400M for Punjab water upgrades
The World Bank has approved $400 million for the Punjab Inclusive Cities Program (PICP) to improve water, sanitation, and hygiene services. The program aims to strengthen local governments and upgrade urban infrastructure across 16 secondary cities in Punjab. Officials say the project will benefit millions and support sustainable urban development. PICP will rehabilitate water supply […]
Punjab CM pushes for faster Ravi city development
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has instructed authorities to accelerate development work on the Ravi City project, emphasizing timely completion and adherence to quality standards for the sprawling urban initiative. She visited the River Training Works Project in Lahore to assess progress and identify areas requiring immediate attention, highlighting the strategic importance of Ravi […]
CM Murad fast-tracks Karachi roads with Rs25bn development plan
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah on Monday approved Rs25 billion for the reconstruction of 315 internal streets and 60 major roads across Karachi. He also ordered proper installation of streetlights and regular drainage systems throughout the city to improve urban infrastructure. The decision comes as Karachi’s roads remain in poor condition, with potholes posing […]
Punjab unveils Rs52 billion package for farmers, youth, and roads
Punjab’s Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) has approved nine major development projects worth more than Rs52.35 billion, aiming to support farmers, young graduates, and urban infrastructure. The second PDWP meeting for fiscal year 2025–26, chaired by Dr. Naeem Rauf, focused heavily on agriculture reforms and rural uplift. One of the biggest projects is the solarisation […]