Lahore: The Punjab government has launched a large-scale housing initiative, backed by the World Bank, to provide affordable and sustainable homes for low-income families across the province.
According to a spokesperson for the Punjab Housing Department, the project envisions the construction of 57,000 residential units equipped with solar energy systems, rainwater harvesting facilities, and other modern amenities. The initiative aims to promote environmentally sustainable living while ensuring housing accessibility for underprivileged households.
All units will be constructed under the direct supervision of the Punjab Housing and Town Planning Agency (PHATA) to maintain cost efficiency and adherence to quality standards. The government has approved the transfer of identified land parcels to PHATA for project execution.
In the first phase, 20,000 houses will be developed across 24 districts on 41 approved sites. Housing units will be built on government land and allotted to eligible families on easy instalment plans.
The project design includes 22 sites in 16 districts for 250-square-foot single-storey units, 11 sites in five districts for 530-square-foot three-storey units, and eight sites in three districts for 550-square-foot four-storey units. Strict monitoring and quality control mechanisms will be applied throughout the five-year construction timeline.
Developed in collaboration with the World Bank and private sector partners, the project forms part of the Punjab government’s broader strategy to implement Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s vision of inclusive and people-centric development.
Officials said the initiative represents a significant step toward addressing the province’s growing housing demand while promoting sustainable urban development practices.
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