Key Takeaways
- The Lahore Development Authority sealed 108 properties for illegal commercial activities and non-payment of fees.
- Seizures included schools, stores, cafes, and clinics across Gulberg, New Garden Town, Shadman, Wapda Town, and Sabzazar.
- Supervised by Chief Town Planners Asad-uz-Zaman and Azhar Ali.
The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) has taken stringent measures to curb illegal commercial activities in the city, sealing a total of 108 properties across various areas. According to an LDA spokesperson, the crackdown was launched on the directions of Director General Tahir Farooq and involved multiple town planning wings.
In Gulberg and New Garden Town, the authority sealed 30 properties each for unauthorized commercial use. Similarly, in Shadman and Wapda Town, 23 and 30 properties were sealed respectively. Additionally, 25 properties in Sabzazar were seized due to non-payment of commercial fees.
The properties targeted included a diverse range of establishments such as private schools, grocery stores, cafés, restaurants, food outlets, bakeries, beauty salons, clinics, workshops, shops, and offices. The operation was supervised by Chief Town Planner-I Asad-uz-Zaman and Chief Town Planner-II Azhar Ali.
The LDA spokesperson stated that the crackdown is part of a broader initiative to ensure compliance with town planning regulations and commercial fee payment requirements. 'We are committed to maintaining order and ensuring that all businesses operate within legal boundaries,' said the spokesperson, adding that the authority will continue to monitor these areas for further violations.
Local residents expressed mixed reactions to the operation. A shop owner in Gulberg commented, 'While we understand the need for regulation, this has caused significant inconvenience.' Another resident added, 'We hope this will lead to better management and a cleaner environment.'
The LDA spokesperson also emphasized that the authority is working closely with local businesses to ensure compliance moving forward. 'Our aim is not to disrupt operations but to enforce regulations,' said Asad-uz-Zaman. 'We are providing guidance and support to those who need it.'
This operation marks a significant step in the LDA's efforts to maintain order and regulate commercial activities within Lahore. The authority has stated that similar actions will be taken in other areas as needed.
'While we understand the need for regulation, this has caused significant inconvenience.'
Shop owner in Gulberg
'We are committed to maintaining order and ensuring that all businesses operate within legal boundaries.'
LDA spokesperson
