- CM Maryam Nawaz visits different areas of Lahore to review progress on development projects
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz paid a surprise visit to Lahore city early in the morning and reviewed progress on different development projects.
She visited the new overhead bridge being built on the Walton Road and also inspected the newly constructed ‘Route 47.’ CBD ‘Route 47’ has been made fully functional for general traffic and opened for regular traffic as well. ‘Route 47’ stretches four and a half kilometers long, two-way, and comprises three lanes equipped with the latest infrastructure.
‘Route 47,’ which links Kalma Chowk to Walton, is attributed to the freedom struggle of 1947. Traveling from Gulberg to Walton via CBD ‘Route 47’ will be possible in a few minutes only. There is also a lane allocated for cyclists on ‘Route 47,’ stretching about 2.5 kilometers long.
Separate walkways have also been allocated for pedestrians and cyclists on the Walton Railway Crossing Flyover. Solar panels being installed at 912 megawatts on the Walton Railway Crossing Flyover will be able to generate one megawatt of electricity.
An artificial lake has been set up along the ‘Route 47’ highway to store 5 million gallons of rainwater, fountains and aeration systems have also been installed for beautification purposes. Various monuments have been installed to highlight the identity of the ‘Route 47’ highway.
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz while speaking on the occasion, said, ‘Route 47’ is another significant milestone towards attaining a bright and sustainable future for Punjab. It is not just a mere road but highlights a new chapter of smart development in Punjab.”
‘Punjab taking special care of widows’
Meanwhile, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, in her message on International Widows Day, said that the religion of Islam has ordained its followers to give due respect to the widows as well as equal rights.
She highlighted, “The widows are a collective responsibility of a civilized society. Women who have become widows during wars in Kashmir, Gaza and Iran are a big question mark on the global conscience.’’
She outlined, “The Punjab government is not only providing sympathy to the widows but due care and support as well. The widows or single mothers are being given foremost priority in ‘Apni Chhat, Apni Ghar’ program.”
She emphasized, “Children of widows are also being given priority while granting ‘Honhaar’ scholarships. The Women Protection Authority and the Social Welfare Department are ensuring due support and care for the widows across Punjab.”
