LDA plans to transform MM Alam road with advance facilities

LAHORE: The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) has finalized a plan to modernize MM Alam Road, a major hub in Lahore’s Gulberg area, with an estimated cost of Rs1.230 billion.

This project aims to address the road’s major issues, particularly the lack of parking and pedestrian facilities, which cause difficulties for shoppers and visitors, especially during peak hours.

Located in the heart of Lahore, MM Alam Road is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, upscale shopping, and diverse dining options, attracting locals and tourists alike.

In addition, to enhance the road’s livability, sustainability, and resilience, the LDA plans to extend pedestrian facilities and introduce underground electrification.

Key features of the project include a uniform building line, enhanced facilities for pedestrians and cyclists, dedicated parking, and traffic and pedestrian road safety measures.

Moreover, the central median will be removed, and the road will become one-way from Hussain Chowk to Mini Market. Property owners who haven’t converted their properties to commercial use will receive incentives to create a 30-foot setback.

The LDA will fund the project from its resources and expects to complete it within six months of commencement. The project’s start date is contingent upon utility companies completing their plans to shift services underground.

This development will not only boost economic activity but also benefit the LDA through revenue generation and facilitate the general public.