Lahore: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched the allotment of free-of-cost flats for industrial workers, marking a major step in her labour-friendly initiatives.
Under her directions, applications are now open for 750 housing units in the Workers Welfare Complex, Sundar Industrial Estate Kasur (Phase-I). Of these, a three per cent quota has been reserved for widows of deceased workers and two per cent for disabled workers.
In the first phase, industrial workers from Lahore and Kasur districts are eligible to apply, with two-thirds of the quota set aside for Kasur and one-third for Lahore. The last date for submission of applications is September 8.
Maryam Nawaz said workers can download forms directly from the official websites www.pwwf.punjab.gov.pk and www.labour.punjab.gov.pk. Forms are also available free of charge at the offices of the Director Labour Welfare (North) and Deputy Director Labour Welfare (South). Assistance can be sought through helplines 049-2724261, 0331-4436944, and 042-99260240.
Separately, the chief minister praised the theme of World Expo 2025 — “Designing Future Society for Our Lives” — during her meeting with Expo Association General Manager Achinoki Manatsu. She highlighted Punjab’s rich cultural and economic strengths, including handicrafts such as Ajrak and Blue Pottery, as well as the province’s natural resources.
Maryam Nawaz said Punjab’s skilled artisans are bringing these treasures to life, with global interest reflected in the 1.2 million visitors recorded at Pakistan’s pavilion. The Expo Association welcomed her support, while Manatsu thanked her for appreciating the Expo’s objectives of improving public facilities, saving lives, and tackling social challenges.
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