CM Maryam
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting to review the progress and feasibility of mass transit initiatives aimed at modernising urban transportation across the province, particularly in Lahore.
The session focused primarily on the Yellow Line Mass Transit Project and other eco-friendly mobility solutions designed to reduce traffic congestion and pollution in major urban centres.
During the meeting, officials presented a comprehensive feasibility report on the Yellow Line Mass Transit Project. In response, CM Maryam Nawaz directed that immediate steps be taken to initiate work on the corridor stretching from Jinnah Terminal to Harbanspura. This route is considered critical for easing the worsening traffic congestion in Lahore, one of the province’s busiest metropolitan hubs.
In addition to the Yellow Line, the Chief Minister was also briefed on Punjab’s upcoming e-taxi initiative. This environmentally conscious project aims to offer a cleaner and more cost-effective transportation option for the public.
CM Maryam Nawaz gave in-principle approval to the project’s financial model and endorsed the launch of an initial fleet of 1,100 e-taxis. These taxis are expected to contribute to the government’s broader agenda of sustainable urban development.
To support the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles, solar-powered charging stations will be established across the province. These stations will be strategically installed, often in conjunction with existing petrol stations, to maximise accessibility and operational efficiency.
The meeting also addressed the expansion of transit services beyond Lahore. CM Maryam Nawaz requested a detailed report on potential new routes in Gujranwala and stressed that all future routes must be selected based on public convenience and need, reinforcing her administration’s people-first approach to development.
In a related development, CM Maryam Nawaz reviewed the Lahore Development Plan, setting a firm deadline of June 30 for the timely completion of key urban development projects. Emphasising transparency and accountability, she instructed that project timelines be closely monitored through monthly reviews.
So far, the plan has led to the construction and rehabilitation of 3,705 streets under the Lahore Municipal Corporation. Additionally, 230 streets managed by WASA Lahore and another 1,573 under WASA Works have been upgraded, marking significant progress in infrastructure development.
These initiatives—spanning mass transit, green transport, and street rehabilitation—underscore Maryam Nawaz’s commitment to transforming Punjab’s urban landscape into one that is efficient, sustainable, and citizen-focused.
