Punjab Province

Kasur: Sadaf Arshad District Coordinator |ReNews Pakistan
On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Kasur, Muhammad Asif Raza, the construction of Fashion Avenue has officially commenced on Shahbaz Khan Road under the city’s beautification plan. The project is being seen as a significant step towards enhancing urban aesthetics and improving public infrastructure.
The Fashion Avenue project aims to develop the roadside into a modern, well-structured commercial corridor. The plan includes standardized infrastructure, uniform design elements, and improved landscaping to create an attractive and organized urban environment. The initiative is expected not only to beautify the area but also to boost commercial activity.
The district administration stated that upon completion, Shahbaz Khan Road will emerge as a model commercial zone, offering improved facilities for citizens while enhancing the overall image of the city.
This project is part of the broader vision of Chief Minister Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, and reflects the Government of Punjab’s commitment to urban development, public service, and beautification of key city areas.

Pattoki: Sadaf Arshad District Coordinator | ReNews Pakistan
A verification exercise of private housing societies is underway in Phool Nagar, Pattoki, as part of an administrative initiative aligned with provincial urban governance priorities. The activity involves scrutiny of society records to assess compliance with legal and planning requirements.
The Assistant Commissioner Pattoki Nishtar Rehman Lodhi conducted a field visit to review documentation related to housing schemes, including layout plans, ownership records, land titles, and other relevant approvals. The process covers examination of record accuracy, documentation status, and adherence to approved land use and development frameworks.
The verification drive is being carried out under district-level administrative direction, focusing on ensuring that private housing developments meet regulatory standards and maintain transparent documentation practices. The review also assesses whether societies are operating within approved parameters and possess complete and valid records.
The exercise aims to strengthen oversight of land development at the local level, with emphasis on protecting buyers’ rights, improving transparency in property transactions, and ensuring that housing projects comply with established legal procedures.
The ongoing review reflects a broader approach to regulating private housing schemes, aligning land use practices with planning controls and supporting structured urban development in Pattoki and surrounding areas.

Kasur: Sadaf Arshad District Coordinator |ReNews Pakistan
Deputy Commissioner Kasur, Muhammad Asif Raza, conducted a detailed visit across various parts of the city to review ongoing beautification initiatives and the development of designated food courts. The visit focused on assessing civic infrastructure, public amenities, and improvements in organized urban land use.
During the inspection, progress on citywide beautification projects was examined, including upgrades to green belts, roadside landscaping, sanitation conditions, and street lighting systems. Public spaces and key urban corridors are being enhanced to improve environmental quality and overall city appearance.
Designated food court areas were also reviewed, where development work is underway to create structured zones for commercial food activity. These areas are being planned to accommodate vendors in an organized manner, aiming to improve traffic flow, hygiene standards, and regulated commercial use of urban space.
The initiative reflects efforts to manage urban growth through planned zoning of commercial activities while upgrading public infrastructure. Food courts are being integrated as part of civic planning to support economic activity within designated areas without disrupting surrounding residential and transport systems.
The visit included an evaluation of construction progress, quality of work, and implementation timelines, with emphasis on coordinated urban development and efficient utilization of public land for community-oriented purposes.