LAHORE: The Punjab government has announced plans to set up a campus of Imperial College London in Nawaz Sharif IT City. The groundbreaking ceremony for the project will take place in November and will also include the construction of a 300-bed modern hospital.
The decision was made in a special meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. During the session, the CM instructed the Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDA) to complete the RODA flood protection embankment along the River Ravi before any possible flooding.
The meeting reviewed progress on major projects such as the Central Business District (CBD), RUDA, and Nawaz Sharif IT City (NSIT). It was decided that the first phase of RUDA would be completed within two years.
Officials briefed the chief minister about ongoing developments in CBD, RUDA, and NSIT. It was shared that the RODA embankment would protect Lahore from River Ravi flooding.
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Chinese and Turkish firms have shown strong interest in the Entertainment City project, with DOF Robotic and U-Band proposing a Player Theme Park featuring an 80-seat Flying Theatre.
The briefing also highlighted interest from various institutions in Silicon City, University Block, ASTRA Block, and Film City. The construction of the IT Tower in NSIT has reached 78% completion, while Ravi City is set to become Pakistan’s first fully green city.
CM Maryam Nawaz directed the authorities to ensure timely completion of development projects and submit quarterly progress reports. She also instructed RUDA to prepare a viable business plan to support sustainable growth.
