The approval of the Rawalpindi to Murree tourist glass train project underscores the Punjab government’s commitment to enhancing tourism infrastructure while preserving the cultural heritage of Murree.
LAHORE: The Punjab government has approved the tourist glass train project from Rawalpindi to Murree during a 5-hour long meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz and attended by PML-N President Nawaz Sharif. Senior provincial minister Maryam Aurangzeb provided a detailed briefing on the Murree development project during the session.
The meeting approved the Murree development plan, including beautification, transport upgrades, construction and rehabilitation projects, and specifically endorsed the Rawalpindi to Murree tourist glass train project. It was decided to engage an international consultant for this project.
Furthermore, the meeting decided to restore the original names of cities, areas, and historical buildings across Murree. Plans were made to remove high-rise hotel buildings on Mall Road to preserve natural scenery. The hotel at the prominent GPO Chowk in Murree will be relocated to an alternative site, and a uniform appearance and color scheme will be implemented for old buildings on Mall Road.
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Authority to approve amendments to building rules for constructions in Murree will now be vested at the provincial level, streamlining administrative processes for future developments.
The approval of the Rawalpindi to Murree tourist glass train project underscores the Punjab government’s commitment to enhancing tourism infrastructure while preserving the cultural heritage of Murree.