| Lahore: The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) has launched a major project to replace the aging British-era sewer system in Lahore’s Walled City, aiming to improve drainage and prevent urban flooding.
The project focuses on upgrading the sewerage network along Circular Road, from Akbari Mandi to Shah Alam Chowk, replacing the deteriorated oval-shaped sewer laid decades ago. Due to its decaying condition, areas like Bhatti Chowk and Circular Road frequently experience water accumulation during rains, disrupting daily life.
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Hafiz Raheel, Director Operations WASA Ravi Town, stated that the sewerage system in the area has been under strain due to urban expansion, commercialization, and high-rise developments. “This project is designed to enhance the system’s capacity, ensuring it can accommodate both current and future wastewater flow,” he said. The estimated cost of the project is Rs400 million.
Managing Director WASA, Ghafran Ahmed, visited the site to assess progress and hear public concerns. He assured residents that the upgraded sewerage system would resolve long-standing drainage issues.
Meanwhile, Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) CEO Babar Sahib Din also inspected various city areas to oversee cleanliness operations. He reviewed waste collection efforts in several localities and directed teams to intensify cleaning, especially along roadsides and service lanes.
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The sewerage upgrade in the Walled City marks a significant step toward modernizing Lahore’s drainage infrastructure, reducing flooding risks, and improving urban sanitation. |
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