Lahore: The Punjab government has approved a revised plan for the much-anticipated Lahore Canal Floating Restaurant project, with the total cost rising from Rs350 million to Rs540 million.
Officials said the Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA) submitted the updated plan to the Housing Department, which has now received formal approval from the Housing Secretary. The project, initially cleared by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz in August, will be fully funded by the provincial government.
Under the revised plan, the floating restaurant will operate along a one-kilometre stretch of the Lahore Canal, offering visitors a unique dining experience along with an additional picnic area.
PHA officials confirmed that all internal approvals had been completed earlier, and the department was awaiting final clearance before moving ahead with implementation.
Interestingly, the Housing Secretary, who typically has the authority to approve projects worth up to Rs80 million, granted special approval in this case due to the project’s flagship nature and tourism potential.
The floating restaurant is part of the provincial government’s broader plan to enhance recreational facilities and promote tourism in Lahore.
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