District Murree

Murree : ReNews Pakistan The Murree district administration has installed modern decorative and colorful lighting at key public locations in the city as part of efforts to improve the hill station’s appearance and enhance facilities for tourists. The new lighting has been installed at the Deputy Commissioner’s Office and PIA Park under Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s “Bright and Roshan Punjab” vision, which focuses on improving the appearance and public environment of urban areas across the province. According to officials, the initiative was carried out on the directions of the Deputy Commissioner Murree. The Additional Deputy Commissioner Murree and the Managing Director of the Parks and Horticulture Authority arranged the installation of the decorative lights at the selected locations. Officials said the project is aimed at enhancing the visual appeal of important public spaces, particularly during evening hours, while also creating a more welcoming and pleasant environment for residents and tourists. Murree remains one of Pakistan’s most popular tourist destinations and attracts a large number of visitors from different parts of the country throughout the year, particularly during the summer season, public holidays and periods of snowfall. The district administration said beautification and improvement of public spaces are important for strengthening the city’s tourism appeal and improving the overall experience of visitors. PIA Park is among the recreational spaces used by tourists and local residents, and the addition of decorative lighting is expected to improve its nighttime appearance and make the area more attractive for visitors. Officials said similar beautification measures are intended to improve the appearance of prominent public places and recreational areas while maintaining Murree’s importance as a major hill station and tourism destination. The administration said the latest lighting project forms part of broader efforts to improve public spaces, urban aesthetics and tourist facilities across the city.

Murree | ReNews Pakistan The Punjab Local Government Department has decided to further strengthen its monitoring system for development projects across the province, with a renewed focus on transparency, timely completion and quality standards. The decision was announced by Local Government Secretary Mian Shakeel Ahmed during his visit to Murree, where he reviewed various ongoing development schemes and inspected the progress of work at different sites. According to officials, the monitoring mechanism will cover every stage of development projects, from initiation to completion. Contractors will be required to strictly follow approved timelines, technical specifications and quality standards. Any unnecessary delay or compromise on construction quality will not be tolerated. During the visit, Secretary Mian Shakeel Ahmed chaired a review meeting on development projects being carried out in Murree. The deputy commissioner of Murree briefed him in detail about the current status, funding position and expected completion dates of different schemes. The projects reviewed during the meeting included road repair work, improvement of tourist sites, sanitation system upgrades and urban facilities aimed at improving civic services for local residents as well as visitors. Senior administrative officials from district and tehsil levels attended the meeting, including additional deputy commissioners, assistant commissioners of Murree and Kotli Sattian, and the chief officer of Murree Municipal Corporation. After the meeting, Secretary Mian Shakeel Ahmed visited different project sites, including Khani Taak and Kashmir Point, where he inspected the pace and quality of ongoing work. He directed the relevant departments to ensure that all development projects are completed within the given timeframe so that residents and tourists can benefit from improved facilities without delay. The secretary appreciated the efforts of the Murree administration and said the Punjab Government is committed to improving infrastructure, public services and tourist facilities in Murree. He added that effective monitoring will help ensure that public funds are used properly and that development projects deliver real benefits to the people.

Murree : ReNews Pakistan The district administration has accelerated development work in Murree to upgrade the hill station’s infrastructure, improve tourism facilities and enhance the overall civic environment for residents and visitors. Deputy Commissioner Agha Zaheer Abbas Shirazi has directed the relevant departments to speed up ongoing improvement measures, particularly in areas that receive heavy tourist movement. The initiative focuses on main roads, tourist routes, public spaces, street infrastructure and basic municipal services. Following these directions, the administration has started repainting roadside structures, boundary walls and important intersections to improve the city’s appearance. Restoration and repainting of streetlights is also underway to improve visibility and public safety, especially during nighttime hours. Officials said sanitation services are being strengthened across Murree, while steps are also being taken to remove encroachments from major roads and busy commercial areas. The objective is to ensure smoother traffic flow and better public movement during peak tourism seasons. According to the administration, the ongoing measures are part of a wider effort to preserve Murree’s natural beauty while bringing its civic and tourism infrastructure in line with modern standards. The growing number of domestic and international tourists has increased pressure on local facilities, making infrastructure improvement a key priority. Officials added that the Punjab government’s broader modernization plan for Murree is being implemented at an accelerated pace. The plan includes improvements in civic amenities, traffic management, tourist services and public facilities. Authorities expressed confidence that the development work will help transform Murree into a cleaner, more organised, attractive and safer tourist destination, while also improving the quality of life for local residents.