The Punjab government has approved a series of tourism and infrastructure projects for Murree and its surrounding areas, including the province’s first sky glass bridge, as part of a broader plan to improve facilities and address environmental challenges in the hill station.
The decisions were taken during a special meeting jointly presided over by Maryam Nawaz Sharif and Nawaz Sharif, where progress on the Murree Protection and Rehabilitation Plan was reviewed.
Officials said the government will also engage international experts to study and address the persistent issue of landslides in Murree. The chief minister directed immediate measures to mitigate the mid-flow downhill effect and ordered relief and rehabilitation efforts in affected areas, including Chatta Mor, Darya Gali, Bansera Gali, Naml and Jhika Gali.
As part of the tourism-focused development plan, multiple projects were approved to upgrade Murree’s infrastructure and visitor experience.
Approved projects include:
Construction of Punjab’s first sky glass bridge in Kotli Sattian
Launch of a glass train project, with construction to begin within one month
Establishment of three hospitality zones in Shawala, Sozo and Brewery for five-star standard hotels in collaboration with the private sector
Development of a glamping pod village at Chewra Hill, to be managed by the private sector
Creation of three new public parks: Angoori Road Park, MIT Park and Ariari Park Kotli Sattian
Establishment of a paragliding club in Chewra
Development of a zoological garden, eco-zone, bridge crossing and conference facility at Bansera Gali, along with wildlife conservation facilities including a bear house, tiger house and bird aviary
In addition to new tourism initiatives, authorities reviewed ongoing infrastructure improvements. Roads in key areas, including Jhika Gali Road and Reach Bil Road, will be widened by 10 feet to ease traffic flow.
The meeting was also informed that rainwater harvesting systems have been installed in over 187,600 homes across Murree and Kotli Sattian, helping improve water access for residents. Water supply schemes in Dhar Jawa and Donga Gali have already been completed, while a feasibility report for a bulk water supply project from the River Jhelum is expected by April 30.
Separately, the chief minister approved the establishment of Punjab’s first Facility Management Unit to oversee the construction, maintenance and management of public buildings, including Punjab Houses, across the province.
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