Punjab Province

Lahore | ReNews Pakistan
The Punjab government has decided to expand the number of charging stations for electric vehicles in Lahore. Adopting the federal government’s policy, the provincial authorities have formulated a strategy to promote the installation of EV charging infrastructure in order to provide improved facilities to citizens.
According to officials, the issuance of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for new fuel stations has now been made conditional upon the installation of charging stations. A government spokesperson stated that owners establishing new petrol stations will be required to install at least two charging units. Under the new policy, the installation of charging stations will be mandatory at fuel stations across Lahore and the rest of the province.
He further noted that following recent fuel shortages, there has been a rapid shift among consumers toward electric vehicles, with a growing number of users transitioning to EVs. This shift has made the expansion of charging infrastructure increasingly necessary.
Officials also revealed that under the Punjab government’s e-taxi scheme, any firm providing 20 vehicles will be required to install charging stations free of cost. Upon completion of the scheme, more than 50 charging stations will be available at no cost.
They added that charging facilities for electric buses are already operational, and the government is now focusing on expanding infrastructure for privately owned electric vehicles as well.

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.