Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif inaugurated the Nawaz Sharif Flyover on Adiala Road and the GPO Underpass on Mall Road in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, marking the completion of two major infrastructure projects aimed at improving traffic flow in the city.
During the inauguration ceremony, CM Maryam announced plans to launch clean drinking water projects across Punjab, including South Punjab and the Potohar region. She highlighted the swift development pace, noting that roads left neglected for 30 years are now being built in record time.
The two mega projects, completed at a cost of Rs8.77 billion, were opened to traffic following the inauguration. The Nawaz Sharif Flyover connects Katchehry Chowk to GT Road, the Rawalpindi Ring Road, and Chakri Interchange, significantly reducing travel time by over an hour and saving commuters millions in fuel costs. Service roads have also been constructed on both sides of the flyover, spanning two kilometres.
The GPO Underpass, located on Mall Road, is part of a signal-free corridor from GPO Chowk to TM Chowk and will facilitate over 200,000 vehicles daily. The project includes a modern intelligent signal system and a pedestrian underpass near AFIC for public convenience. The underpass also improves connectivity to Kashmir Road and the National Highway (N-5), benefiting patients traveling to CMH, MH, and AFIC hospitals.
Residents warmly welcomed the chief minister with flower petals and slogans during her visit. CM Maryam acknowledged the support and briefings provided by Provincial Minister for Communication and Works Malik Sohaib Bharth and Secretary Sohail Ashraf. She shared that 51 of 67 road development projects in Rawalpindi, covering 607 km, have already been completed.
Speaking at the ceremony, CM Maryam said these projects are "game-changers" for the people of Rawalpindi and reaffirmed her commitment to public welfare through improved infrastructure. She also announced the remodelling of Katchehry Road and Mall Road.
The chief minister revealed plans to lay new pipelines for drinking water and address Murree's water supply issue. She further announced the preparation of a major project for the construction and expansion of Nullah Leh and pledged to complete the Rawalpindi Ring Road in record time.
CM Maryam said that re-vamping of all schools in Rawalpindi is underway and near completion. She is personally monitoring city beautification projects and emphasised the need for visible improvements at Punjab's borders, pointing out the difference in cleanliness and infrastructure once entering neighbouring regions.
Under the 'Clean Punjab Project,' she said sanitation efforts are being strengthened across the province. Over 12,000 kilometres of roads have been built or repaired, and 1,250 basic health units have been revamped into mini hospitals.
Mall Road underpasses revamped
Construction and beautification work on both underpasses along Saddar Mall Road has been completed.
The Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA) has now launched the horticulture phase, including planting on central medians, green belts, and Metro pillars along Murree Road.
Following the completion of carpeting and painting work at TM Chowk and Mall Plaza Chowk underpasses, Mall Road now offers a uniquely scenic view. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is expected to inaugurate the project soon.
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