PNN: CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz has decided to introduce province-wide infrastructure and design standardisation to ensure uniform development, improved urban discipline, and a cohesive visual identity across Punjab.
The decision was taken during a special meeting chaired by the chief minister, where officials presented a detailed briefing on proposals for infrastructure and urban design standardisation. Maryam Nawaz approved the “One Punjab, One Standard” policy, under which roads, green belts, signboards, and footpaths across the province will follow uniform design standards.
The meeting also agreed to standardise architectural designs for schools, hospitals, bus stops, and other public buildings. Officials discussed the establishment of an autonomous authority to oversee standardisation and implement urban design reforms aimed at transforming Punjab’s infrastructure landscape.
In addition, proposals to introduce uniform designs for roadside kiosks and small shop cabins along highways were reviewed as part of efforts to improve visual order and urban discipline.
The chief minister directed relevant departments to prepare a comprehensive standardised design manual, stating that Punjab would now be recognised through a single identity and consistent standards.
“Discipline is the true beauty of development. From Lahore to Rajanpur, every street will be organised, every highway aesthetically pleasing, and every institution a model of order,” she said.
Maryam Nawaz added that uniform infrastructure and road furniture designs not only enhance a city’s aesthetic appeal but also help create a strong and cohesive urban identity throughout the province.