Lahore: A decision to expand the Local Roads Programme was reached in a recent meeting chaired by Provincial Minister for Communication and Works Malik Sohaib Ahmed Bharth. The meeting focused on initiating Phase-II of the programme, following the successful completion of its initial phase. Key officials, including Secretary C&W Raja Jahangir Anwar, attended the meeting in person, while Executive Engineers and Superintending Engineers participated online.
According to Directorate General Public Relation – Govt of Punjab, Minister Bharth directed the formulation of a comprehensive strategy for the programme’s second phase. The strategy will include determining the budget and the number of roads to be integrated, along with preparing timelines for the various stages of development.
Minister Bharth highlighted that Phase-II will commence following approval from the Chief Minister of Punjab. He noted that Phase-I had successfully completed 1,530 roads, significantly enhancing road infrastructure across the region.