Punjab Province

Lahore: [ReNews Pakistan]
Director General of the Lahore Development Authority, Tahir Farooq, visited the Railway Station and Misri Shah areas, where he conducted a detailed review of ongoing development and beautification works under the Urban Regeneration Project.
During the visit, the DG LDA inspected the ongoing work at the Railway Station parking area and directed the relevant authorities to complete the development work there at the earliest. He also reviewed the seating areas, greenery, and civic facilities being developed in the parking area.
Tahir Farooq also inspected the beautification of the railway wall and the ongoing beautification work beneath the flyover. On this occasion, he directed that all beautification-related works be completed within the stipulated timeframe while maintaining quality standards, so that citizens can be provided with a better, more organized, and visually improved urban environment.
The DG LDA also visited Misri Shah, where he reviewed the ongoing urban regeneration works on Kacha Rahim Road, Aziz Road, and surrounding areas. LDA Chief Engineer Israr Saeed and the Project Director briefed the DG LDA on the progress, design, construction of footpaths, façade upgrades, and other development matters.
During the briefing, it was stated that development works around Misri Shah are also being carried out on the pattern of the Railway Station project. These works include façade upgrades of properties, improvement of footpaths, civic facilities along roads, and the overall beautification of the area.
DG LDA Tahir Farooq said various works are being carried out around Misri Shah under the Urban Regeneration initiative. He said the objective is to improve older urban areas in line with modern requirements, create convenience for pedestrians, and give Lahore’s important locations a more organized and attractive appearance.
He directed the relevant officers and contractors to ensure quality, pace, and durability in all development works. He said improvement of civic facilities in busy areas such as the Railway Station and Misri Shah would not only ease traffic and pedestrian movement but also enhance the overall beauty of the city.
Contractors, LDA officials, and NESPAK officers were also present on the occasion.

Lahore | ReNews Pakistan
The Lahore High Court has ruled that all property-related cases involving overseas Pakistanis will be heard by special courts, expanding the scope of these forums beyond disputes limited to possession and ownership.
In a significant judgment, the court set aside objections previously raised by special courts over hearing such matters and clarified that their jurisdiction extends to all cases linked to the property of overseas Pakistanis.
According to the ruling, special courts are not restricted to deciding cases involving possession or title alone. The court observed that matters related to inheritance, mutation, power of attorney, and both movable and immovable property also fall within the jurisdiction of special courts established to protect the rights of overseas Pakistanis.
The court stated that the purpose of the Overseas Property Act is to safeguard the properties of overseas Pakistanis, and all cases covered under the law must be heard by the dedicated special courts.
The judgment further noted that both civil courts and special courts had wrongly interpreted the law by transferring only limited categories of overseas property disputes. This, the court said, had created unnecessary confusion and delays for litigants.
The high court observed that such cases should not become a “legal ping-pong” between civil courts and special courts because of flawed interpretation of the law. The court also ruled that if even one of the parties in a dispute is an overseas Pakistani, the case will fall within the jurisdiction of the special court.
It further clarified that cases transferred from civil courts will continue from the same stage rather than being filed afresh, ensuring that overseas Pakistanis do not have to restart legal proceedings.
The Lahore High Court also made it clear that overseas Pakistanis will not be required to refile their cases, as special courts are independent and dedicated forums meant to decide their property disputes.
The court directed all district and sessions judges to ensure implementation of the ruling and ordered the registrar to send copies of the judgment to all district and sessions judges for compliance.

Vehari: [Tariq Aziz Ansari District Coordinator ReNews Pakistan]
Following the directives of the Chief Minister of Punjab, practical work has officially commenced on the proposed Kulsoom Nawaz Medical College project in Vehari.
The first formal meeting regarding the establishment of the medical college was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Vehari Khalid Javaid Goraya. The meeting was attended by Member National Assembly Tahmina Daultana, Vice Chancellor Nishtar Medical University Multan Dr. Mehnaaz Khakwani, and Medical Superintendent Nishtar Hospital Dr. Rao Amjad Ali Khan.
During the meeting, the availability of two proposed sites for the medical college, preparation of the feasibility report, and other technical aspects of the project were reviewed in detail. Vice Chancellor Dr. Mehnaaz Khakwani presented technical recommendations and a proposed roadmap for the establishment of the institution.
MNA Tahmina Daultana stressed the need to accelerate efforts for the establishment of the medical college in line with modern requirements. Deputy Commissioner Khalid Javaid Goraya stated that the district administration is actively working in accordance with the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif and will ensure all possible measures for the timely execution of the project.
Tahmina Daultana expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister for approving the project and said that practical steps have now begun, adding that the early completion of the medical college is her mission.
Dr. Mehnaaz Khakwani noted that both proposed sites are suitable for the project and emphasized that requirements should be formulated to develop the college according to modern educational and healthcare standards.
Dr. Rao Amjad Ali Khan also highlighted technical aspects related to the establishment of the medical college.
The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Finance and DD Development Muhammad Afzal, CEO Health Dr. Fahd Waheed, MS DHQ Hospital Vehari Dr. Ahmad Nawaz, Admin Officer Khakan, and other officials.