Lahore Division

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The Government of Punjab has decided to establish a comprehensive Real Estate Regulatory Framework aimed at bringing transparency and structure to the sector, with a uniform digital system to be implemented across the province.
A consultative session in this regard was held at the LDA Sports Complex in Gulberg, organized jointly by the Punjab Land Records Authority (PLRA) and the Lahore Development Authority (LDA). The session was attended by representatives from the public and private sectors, academia, town planners, developers, and other stakeholders. Senior Member Board of Revenue Nabeel Javed, DG PLRA Captain (R) Ikram-ul-Haq, and DG LDA Tahir Farooq were also present.
Addressing the session, the Senior Member Board of Revenue stated that, under the directions of the Chief Minister, reforms in the housing and real estate sector are being actively pursued. He noted that an extensive consultative process spanning several months was conducted with the private sector to shape the new framework.
Under the proposed system, all property transactions will be conducted through PLRA software and a “Green Certificate” mechanism. Developers will be required to transition to the new system within one month. A facilitation cell will also be established to assist housing schemes and developers during this transition.
DG PLRA briefed participants on the key features of the Real Estate Regulatory Act, highlighting that real estate agents’ registration, land availability, scheme plans, and on ground development will be closely monitored.
DG LDA Tahir Farooq shared details on reforms in the registration process of private housing schemes, stating that amendments have been incorporated into the rules to give them legal backing. He added that the approval process is being transformed into a fully paperless and digital system.
Chief Metropolitan Planning Officer Faisal Qureshi also provided a detailed briefing on the objectives and key aspects of the proposed reforms and the Punjab Real Estate Regulatory Act. Representatives of the real estate sector presented their feedback and suggestions during the session.
The session concluded with a question-and-answer segment, where officials from LDA and PLRA addressed participants’ queries and reaffirmed their commitment to improving transparency, governance, and investment in the real estate sector through a unified digital system.

Lahore: [ReNews Pakistan]
On the directives of DG LDA Tahir Farooq, the Director Metropolitan Zone Four carried out a major operation against illegal housing schemes.
During the operation, LDA teams sealed the offices of 10 illegal housing schemes and demolished boundary walls, gates, roads, and other illegal structures.
According to the spokesperson, these actions are being taken to eliminate illegal constructions in the city and protect citizens from fraud. Authorities have indicated that such operations will continue in the future as well.
Meanwhile, DG LDA visited Lahore Railway Station, the Data Darbar expansion project, and the Bhatti Chowk underpass, where he reviewed the progress of ongoing development works and directed officials to further expedite the pace of work.
Additionally, DG LDA, along with the Managing Director of the Punjab Mass Transit Authority, reviewed the proposed remodeling of the Transport Department’s depot to improve traffic flow and emphasized taking effective measures to facilitate citizens.

Lahore: [ReNews Pakistan]
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has decided to take action against single phase electricity consumers who are using more power than their approved load, following the identification of violations across its network.
According to LESCO officials, records of Maximum Demand Indicator (MDI) readings for single phase meters have been compiled, and these readings are now also being displayed on electricity bills to ensure more effective monitoring of power consumption.
Sources said that based on MDI data, a list of consumers has been prepared who are exceeding their sanctioned load in violation of their agreement. In the initial phase, these consumers will be issued load extension notices.
LESCO further stated that consumers whose electricity usage exceeds 3 kilowatts will be required to shift to three phase meters and will be issued demand notices for the conversion.
Officials clarified that under the new policy, only consumers with a load of up to 3 kW will be allowed to continue using single phase meters.
It was further added that once consumers are shifted to three-phase meters, their protected category status will be revoked, which is expected to result in higher fixed charges. LESCO said the move aims to balance the power distribution system and curb unauthorized or excessive electricity usage.