Punjab Province

Lahore: ReNews Pakistan
President of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Fahim ur Rehman Sehgal, has stated that it has become imperative for businesses to align their operations with the principles of sustainable development. He emphasized that growing global environmental awareness now requires industries and enterprises to adopt green business models in order to remain competitive and meet international standards.
He further stressed that business is no longer solely about profit-making; environmental protection and social responsibility have become integral components of modern enterprise. According to Fahim ur Rehman Sehgal, promoting green practices can not only help reduce environmental pollution but also ensure long-term economic stability.

Rawalpindi: ReNews Pakistan
The Punjab Highway Department has directed the National Engineering Services Pakistan (Nespak) to conduct a fresh review of the design for three proposed underpasses on Peshawar Road, as the government prepares to launch a major infrastructure project worth PKR 8 billion in early April.
Although the project design had already received approval from the Planning and Development Department, officials said the additional review aims to ensure improved traffic flow along one of the city’s busiest corridors. Special focus is being placed on refining the layout of link roads to eliminate potential bottlenecks between Saddar and Qasim Market.
The project involves the simultaneous construction of three underpasses on Peshawar Road, which currently accommodates more than 250,000 vehicles ежедневно. Authorities are targeting completion of the project before the onset of the monsoon season to avoid weather-related delays.
Preparatory work is already underway, including the relocation of essential utility services. Relevant departments have been instructed to expedite the shifting of electricity, gas, and communication infrastructure to clear the way for construction activities.
To minimise disruption for commuters, officials have confirmed that traffic will not be completely suspended during the construction phase. At least one lane on each side of the road will remain operational throughout the project duration.
In addition, land acquisition is in progress to support the expansion of service lanes along the route. Authorities have initiated the process, assuring that compensation for affected properties will be determined in accordance with prevailing market rates.
The Peshawar Road underpass project is part of broader government efforts to reduce congestion and enhance traffic management across key urban routes in Rawalpindi.

Lahore | ReNews Pakistan
In a message on the occasion of World Zero Waste Day in Lahore, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said that cleaning the planet from pollution is a collective responsibility of all of us. She urged citizens to abandon the use of plastic and adopt waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable consumption practices to ensure a clean and safe environment.
She said that under the globally recognized “Suthra Punjab Programme,” practical steps are being taken to make all cities of Punjab zero waste. For the first time, the waste management programme is receiving international recognition, while garbage dumps are contributing to climate change and loss of biodiversity.
The Chief Minister further stated that garbage dumps across the province are being converted into green forests and solar parks. The ban on plastic bags has helped achieve zero waste targets, while farmers are being provided with super seeders on subsidy for agricultural waste management.
She also noted that strict enforcement of environmental laws is being ensured in industries. Similarly, modern electric vehicles and mechanized systems have been introduced, while waste-to-energy projects are also being launched to generate electricity and other useful products from waste.