Lahore: The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) has launched major redevelopment works in key areas of the city, including Bhati Chowk and the vicinity of Data Darbar, to improve traffic flow and enhance pedestrian facilities.
The PKR 2.5 billion project includes remodeling Bhati Chowk, creating a sitting area in front of Data Darbar, widening roads, upgrading façades, improving pedestrian zones, restoring street lights and road signage, and landscaping the surrounding areas.
Around 5.5 kanal of private land and 16 kanal of state land, previously occupied by the demolished bird market, have been acquired to facilitate the work.
Officials said the redevelopment is expected to provide smoother traffic flow for nearly 270,000 vehicles daily while ensuring safer movement for pedestrians and improving the aesthetics of these busy urban zones.
The LDA will fund the project, while its subsidiary, TEPA, has been tasked with completing the work within eight months. Other areas, including the railway station front, Misri Shah, Aik Moria Pul, Do Moria Pul, and Circular Road, are also slated for similar redevelopment under the same plan.
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