WCLA to assist in tomb conservation

WCLA will soon begin work on the project in order to convert Sandeman Fort into a tourist spot

LAHORE: The Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA) would give technical assistance for the conservation and preservation of Sandeman Fort in Zhob, Balochistan, according to a press release issued on Monday. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has also been signed in this regard between WCLA and the Balochistan government. The MoU was signed by WCLA Conservation Director Najamus Saqib and Zhob Deputy Commissioner Taha Saleem. WCLA would soon begin work on the project in order to convert Sandeman Fort into a tourist spot. A museum in consultation with the Zhob district administration is also on the cards. WCLA Director General Kamran Lashari held a meeting with Balochistan Chief Minister Jam Kamal and discussed the roadmap for conservation leading to the development of a tourist spot and museum. WCLA Conservation Director Najamus Saqib said the authority will be giving technical assistance to the district administration for the conservation of Sandeman Fort.

Published in The Express Tribune, September 17^th, 2019.