{
  "id": 15693234,
  "title": "Master Plan Lahore Division 2050: LDA, EPA host hearing to evaluate environmental dimensions",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/master-plan-lahore-division-2050-lda-epa-host-hearing-to-evaluate",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-20T02:47:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40445074/master-plan-lahore-division-2050-lda-epa-host-hearing-to-evaluate-environmental-dimensions"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "LAHORE: On Monday, the Lahore Development Authority (LDA) and the Punjab Environment Protection Agency (EPA) held a public hearing to assess the environmental aspects of the 'Master Plan Lahore Division 2050'. This meeting aimed to fine-tune the 2050 vision by incorporating public input and expert advice. The participants included Sharjeel Hafeez Wattoo, Additional Director General of EPA, and the Chief Metropolitan Planner of LDA. The Chief Metropolitan Planner and consultants outlined the importance of the Master Plan 2050 and promised to review any suggestions on environmental pollution shared during the hearing. Fauzia Akram, a Director at EPA, delivered a briefing on issues like smog and pollution. Kamil Khan Mumtaz, an architect and member of the Lahore Bachao Tehreek, outlined the various stages of the Master Plan. He emphasized that the plan is developed with the world's environmental crisis in mind, aiming for a 'prosperous Lahore' as a 'hub of civilization'. International consultancy Dar Al-Handasah and Asian Consultant Engineering, involved in the Lahore Master Plan, presented their work. They said the plan includes Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and tackles pollution, smog, industrial expansion, and socio-economic challenges. The plan covers aspects such as public transport, roads, housing, healthcare, landscaping, education, industry, and sewage. It also considers future population growth, urban sprawl, and housing needs. The plan emphasizes urban amenities, public transport, and commuter/pedestrian needs, along with cultural spaces, parks, greenery, sewerage, and water infrastructure. High-rise buildings, both commercial and residential, are encouraged. Efforts are being made to address pollution with the help of developers and stakeholders. Environmental experts Aleem Butt and Rafay Alam informed participants about pollution causes and solutions. The seminar concluded with the consultants answering citizens' and students' questions.",
  "summary": "LAHORE: The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) and the Punjab Environment Protection Agency (EPA) on Monday hosted a public hearing to evaluate the environmental dimensions of the ‘Master Plan Lahore Division 2050’. The session addressed critical urban and ecological challenges, aiming to refine the 2050 vision by integrating citizen feedback and expert recommendations. The event was attended by…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}