Lahore, : Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi inspected the CBD Punjab Bab District and Walton Road upgradation project on Tuesday.
He inspected the entire length of Walton Road and gave instructions for early disposal of stagnant sewerage water as it poses difficulties for road users. He directed the MD WASA and CBD officials to utilize the best resources for water drainage. He also advised effective traffic management measures during the construction activities.
The CM emphasized the importance of the Walton Road upgradation project, stating that it will transform Walton Road into a signal-free corridor, resolving the longstanding issues of traffic and drainage.
The CBD Bab District and Walton Road upgradation project will incur a cost of 9.5 billion rupees, he added. CEO CBD Imran Amin briefed about the project, highlighting that it involves diversion works, transportation of installations and work on the ADA drain. The contract for the project has been awarded to NLC.
CBD Punjab was also working on the infrastructure of CBD Bab District. Sewerage, excavation work and ADA drain cleaning were in progress.
The briefing mentioned that CBD Punjab will complete the iconic structure of Bab-e-Pakistan besides creating green spaces and playgrounds for sports activities. Overhead bridges and underground crossings will be developed as well. There will be a separate sewerage line that will go up to Hudiara Drain. Walton Road will also have protection against U-turns, it further said.
Provincial ministers Amir Mir, Azfar Ali Nasir, commissioner Lahore, CCPO, DC and CBD officials were also present.
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