Punjab Province

Lahore: ReNews Pakistan
The Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA) Lahore has formally launched a tree plantation campaign in collaboration with the NGO “Bargad.” The inaugural ceremony was held at Qureshi Park, where Managing Director PHA, Raja Mansoor, attended as the chief guest and planted a sapling to mark the beginning of the campaign.
Under this initiative, a target of planting 5,000 saplings has been set. Officials from the NGO and PHA were also present at the event.
Speaking on the occasion, the Director General (DG) PHA said that under Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s Green Punjab vision, PHA Lahore staff are actively engaged in horticulture work across the city’s roads, green belts, and parks.
He added that under Maryam Nawaz’s vision of a beautiful Lahore, the city is transforming into a more attractive and vibrant place.
Thanks to PHA’s efforts, Lahore’s roads have already been adorned with colorful spring flowers, enhancing the city’s overall beauty.

Murree: ReNews Pakistan
A decision has been made to launch a new mono glass train service from Islamabad’s Lake View Park to Murree, with Chattar Park and Ghora Gali designated as key stations. A proposal to connect the project with Islamabad Airport is also under consideration for the future.
The 64-kilometre journey, which currently takes one and a half to two hours, will be reduced to just 40 minutes. According to sources, the Government of Punjab has shortlisted three companies participating in the tender and has requested financial bids from them. The final tender is expected to be awarded to a suitable company by June.
The project is being viewed as a major step toward strengthening the connection between people and the mountainous region. The train will operate from Lake View Park to Murree Bus Stand, with stops at Chattar Park and Ghora Gali. It has also been learned that plans are under consideration to link the Islamabad-Murree mono glass train with Islamabad Airport in the future.

Lahore : ReNews Pakistan
A widow and school teacher has appealed to authorities for a proper investigation after officials from the Lahore Development Authority (LDA) demolished her house in LDA Avenue 1, Lahore, claiming that she had illegally constructed shops on a residential property.
The woman said the house plan had been officially approved and denied for misusing the property for commercial purposes.
She alleged that LDA officials demolished the house without prior notice or proof of any violation.
According to the widow, she purchased the plot in 2002, and the building map for the house was approved by the authorities.
She insisted that the property was used strictly for residential purposes and requested a fair inquiry into the matter.
She said the demolition has left her without a home and urged the authorities to investigate whether the action was justified.
LDA Orders Inquiry Following the incident, the Director General of LDA has ordered a proper investigation into the demolition to determine whether procedures were followed correctly.
Officials say the inquiry will examine the approval documents and the circumstances surrounding the operation.
LDA spokesperson said the house map had been approved, but authorities found shops being constructed on the residential property, which violated planning regulations.
He stated that the illegally constructed shops were demolished during the operation, adding that the action was taken in accordance with regulations
The widow has urged authorities to ensure a transparent and impartial investigation, saying she wants the truth to emerge and justice to be served.
Officials say the inquiry will clarify whether the demolition was lawful or if procedural lapses occurred.