PHA seeks Rs1.13 billion in funds for upgradation of parks

12 mega projects approved for Rawalpindi district, including establishment of recreational activity spots

RAWALPINDI:

The Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA) Rawalpindi has requested over Rs1.13 billion after approving 12 mega state-of-the-art projects for upgrading parks of the Rawalpindi district, establishing gymnasiums, swimming pools, yoga spots, Cinepax cinemas, Bar BQ spots and installing CCTV cameras for security in the major parks in the new annual development programme and the budget of the next fiscal year.

 In this regard, the details of the development projects for the new financial year have also been sent to the government.

 Sources said the garrison city will be beautified under these projects and there will also be an increase in recreational activities in all major parks.

 PHA Rawalpindi has demanded Rs50 million for the sports arena project included in the ADP, Rs100 million for the upgradation of Murree Park, Rs80 million for the installation of tube wells in parks, Rs50 million for setting up cinema theatres in major parks including the Allama Iqbal Park, Rs50 million for health club facilities in the parks, and Rs300 million for securing rainwater projects.

 Similarly, Rs150 million have been sought for the upgradation of nurseries in various parks, Rs100 million for the upgradation of parks, Rs100 million for security arrangements, Rs100 million for beautification of the city, Rs50 million for construction of glow gardens in parks and Rs35 million for new canteens.

 Under the projects, the PHA will build all types of flower nurseries.

 Yoga spots will also be made for citizens in major parks.

 Walking and jogging tracks will be set up for senior citizens.