Murree Development Plan gets official nod

The plan includes the Rawalpindi to Murree Tourist Glass Train project, for which an international consultant will be hired.

The decision was made during a special meeting chaired by the chief minister, which lasted for five hours and was attended by senior provincial ministers, secretaries, and other officials. The meeting agreed to relocate hotels from GPO Chowk to an alternative location and implement uniform appearance, signs, and color schemes for old buildings on Mall Road.

The plan also includes restoring the old names of cities, areas, and historical buildings, amending building laws, and taking action against officials involved in illegal constructions. Comprehensive plans for drinking water supply, road construction, and expansion were also presented.

The meeting approved various projects, including the construction of tree houses, camping sites, walkways, and terrace parking areas in Banser Gali Wildlife Park, and the establishment of an artist's corner, walkways, and walking tracks. The remodelling of Jhika Gali Chowk, removal of encroachments, and construction and restoration of Lawrence College Road were also approved. Addressing the meeting, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz directed immediate legislation to restore old names and install memorials in every city in accordance with their history and traditions.

She stated that Murree has improved significantly and will be made one of the best tourist sites. The meeting was attended by senior provincial ministers, ministers, special assistants, MNAs, MPAs, chief secretary, secretaries, commissioner, deputy commissioner, and others.