Lahore: Hasnain Aulakh, Special Correspondent | ReNews Pakistan
DG LDA Tahir Farooq stated that before submitting comments to the court, the concerned Director Law is bound to personally review the case. He directed the Additional DG Headquarters to regularly monitor legal matters and instructed law officers and LDA counsels to improve their liaison with the judiciary.
Tahir Farooq further ordered that pending cases in various courts must be followed up consistently. He emphasised that ensuring legal protection of LDA owned property is the foremost responsibility of law officers. The DG also directed that meetings related to legal cases be held on a regular basis.
The meeting was attended by the Additional DG Headquarters, Additional DG Housing, and the Senior Legal Advisor. Directors Law High Court, Civil Court, and Appellate Court also participated, along with relevant directors from Housing and Town Planning.

Husnain Aulakh | ReNews Pakistan
Aulakh A total of eight agenda items were presented for approval during the meeting. Among the key matters discussed were proposed amendments to the LDA Private Housing Schemes Rules 2014 and the LDA Land Use Rules 2020. The agenda also included the commercialization of six major roads within LDA-controlled areas and four roads under the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Corporation Lahore (MCL). In addition, a land-use conversion proposal aimed at enhancing revenue generation from LDA properties was presented. Two agenda items related to LDA City were submitted for approval, while the re-planning of the LDA Avenue One Civic Centre was also discussed. Technical members of the Governing Body, Akbar Sheikh and Abdul Hanan, participated in the meeting. The session was attended by Additional Director Generals, the Chief Metropolitan Planner, Chief Town Planners, and the Director C&I. Other participants included the Director Finance, Director Housing, Director LDA Avenue One, Director LDA City, and other concerned LDA officials. Representatives from the Housing Department, Planning & Development (P&D), Local Government, Commissioner’s Office, NESPAK, and the Finance Department were also present. Representatives from the P&D Board and the Housing Department attended as well.

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The Punjab government has initiated extensive development projects under the Punjab Development Plan, allocating Rs200 billion to tackle long-standing sewerage and drainage issues across the province. According to a report by the Punjab Water and Sanitation Authority (PWASA), these projects are designed to improve drainage systems, prevent urban flooding, and enhance public sanitation infrastructure in critical areas.
The projects cover multiple districts and involve the construction and rehabilitation of main sewer lines, stormwater drains, pumping stations, and water treatment facilities. PWASA officials emphasized that the initiatives aim to address bottlenecks in existing drainage networks and improve water flow in both densely populated neighborhoods and developing localities.
The funding also includes upgrades to wastewater management systems to reduce environmental hazards and support sustainable land use planning. The initiative is expected to minimize the impact of heavy rainfall, prevent sewer overflows, and protect property and public spaces from waterlogging.
PWASA has coordinated with local administration to ensure proper implementation, timely monitoring, and adherence to quality standards. The projects are planned in phases, with priority given to high-risk areas where drainage inefficiencies have historically caused significant disruptions to traffic, residential areas, and commercial centers.
Officials stated that these development works will not only improve public health and sanitation but also enhance the functionality and resilience of critical infrastructure across Punjab. The government is also engaging with contractors and technical experts to ensure that the projects incorporate modern engineering standards and long-term maintenance strategies. The initiative forms part of Punjab’s broader development strategy to strengthen infrastructure, mitigate climate-related risks, and provide safer, more sustainable living conditions for residents throughout the province.