Lahore Division

Lahore | ReNews Pakistan
The Punjab government has decided to introduce major reforms in the land use system in order to place urban development on modern lines and make the use of land more effective. For this purpose, preparations have begun for key amendments to the Punjab Land Use Plan Rules 2020.
According to sources, the proposed amendments are aimed at making the existing land use system more transparent, organized and aligned with modern urban planning requirements. The government wants to reduce unnecessary hurdles in land classification, reclassification, redevelopment and development projects so that urban growth can move forward in a more organized manner.
Officials said the responsibility for implementing these reforms has been assigned to the Secretary of the Local Government and Community Development Department Punjab. The relevant department will finalize the new rules and take the necessary administrative steps to ensure their implementation.
Under the proposed reforms, the system of land classification and reclassification will be made clearer and more practical. The purpose of this move is to promote transparency in changes to land use, approvals for residential and commercial projects, and the redevelopment process. According to the government, complexities in the current system sometimes affect the pace of investment and development projects, making improvement in the rules an important need of the time.
Government sources said the implementation of the new rules would help control unplanned construction, uncontrolled urbanization and disorderly urban expansion. Special attention will also be given to improving urban infrastructure, town planning and urban management systems.
Officials said that after the reforms, a clear, simple and transparent procedure would be introduced for development projects and investment. This is expected to promote sustainable development in urban areas while also improving legal and administrative transparency in residential and commercial projects.
Experts believe that if these amendments are implemented effectively, they will discourage illegal and unplanned construction in Punjab’s cities, improve urban order and provide a more structured foundation for future development under modern urban planning principles.

Lahore: [ReNews Pakistan]
DHA Lahore and Formanites Housing Society have finalized an agreement for the construction of a road and provision of access to connect Phase 9 Prism with Phase 5 M Extension. The development is being described as an important milestone for DHA Lahore’s development framework and the Phase 9 Prism property market.
According to sources, the plan to link Phase 9 Prism with Phase 5 M Extension had been delayed for a long time. However, efforts by the current senior management team of DHA Lahore have led to consensus on this important step. Under the agreement, access will be provided and the road will be constructed, which is expected to significantly improve connectivity to Phase 9 Prism.
Real estate circles say the decision has come at a time when DHA Lahore’s market is showing relatively stronger conditions, while buying and selling activity in Phase 9 Prism in particular remains active. Experts believe that direct connectivity between Phase 9 Prism and Phase 5 could have positive implications for investors, buyers and residential planning.
Market sources say improved access is a key factor in increasing the value of any residential or commercial phase. The proposed road linking Phase 9 Prism with Phase 5 M Extension is expected not only to ease movement but also to further enhance the area’s commercial importance.
Real estate experts say investors should focus on fundamental market indicators, development progress and improving access systems rather than unverified or negative reports. They believe the market appears stable, while possible positive measures for the real estate sector in the upcoming budget may further strengthen business confidence.

Lahore | ReNews Pakistan
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that every city in Punjab will be transformed into the model of Lahore under the development vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif.
In a statement, Azma Bokhari shared a video on social media platform X showing the renovated look of Lahore’s historic Ichhra Bazaar. She praised the new appearance of the market and said the transformation reflected the practical performance of the Punjab government.
She said the people of Punjab take pride in their Chief Minister because her work is visible on the ground. According to Azma Bokhari, Maryam Nawaz has introduced visible changes across the province in a short period, particularly in urban beautification, public facilities and commercial areas.
Expressing appreciation for the renovated Ichhra Bazaar, the minister said the new look of the historic market was highly impressive and attractive. She added that the improvements made in the bazaar would not only enhance its traditional beauty but also provide better facilities to shoppers, traders and visitors.
Azma Bokhari said that development and beautification projects were not limited to Lahore. She stated that similar work was moving forward rapidly in different cities of Punjab under the special instructions of the Chief Minister.
She mentioned Lahore’s Anarkali Bazaar, Faisalabad’s Ghanta Ghar Bazaar and Rawalpindi’s Raja Bazaar as key examples of historic commercial centres being upgraded. According to her, these markets are being given a modern and organized look while maintaining their historical identity.
The minister said the government’s aim is to provide citizens with cleaner, better managed and well-facilitated public spaces. She added that these projects are designed to bring urban markets closer to international standards in terms of appearance, accessibility and public convenience.
Azma Bokhari further said that the restoration and beautification of major bazaars would also help increase business activity. Improved infrastructure, better surroundings and modern facilities are expected to attract more visitors and support local traders.
She reaffirmed that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s vision is to make every city of Punjab beautiful, modern and fully equipped with public facilities, just like Lahore.