Punjab to inaugurate newly developed Sialkot Museum on December 25

The Punjab Department of Archaeology has announced that the newly developed Sialkot Museum will be inaugurated on December 25. The decision was finalised after consultations led by the Secretary Tourism, Archaeology and Museums, Punjab, Dr. Ehsan Bhutta, who said the project aligns fully with Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s “Magnificent Punjab” vision and Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb’s province-wide commitment to preserving archaeological assets.

During the meeting, the Chamber President assured full cooperation for heritage initiatives and praised Dr. Bhutta’s ongoing efforts, particularly the establishment of the Business Facilitation Center and development of the Tannery Zone, both of which are aimed at strengthening Sialkot’s industrial and cultural sectors. Discussions also focused on the restoration and development of Sialkot Fort and the newly created museum, with the Chamber reaffirming its commitment to supporting the fort’s rehabilitation.

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Following the meeting, Dr. Bhutta, accompanied by officials from Archaeology, PSIC, ADC Sialkot and AC Sialkot, visited the museum to review ongoing development work. He instructed all departments to accelerate progress to ensure readiness for the December 25 inauguration and announced that he would conduct another inspection on December 13.