Rawalpindi—The Punjab government has revised the budget for the Rawalpindi Ring Road project, raising the total cost from PKR 32 billion to PKR 39 billion. This change reflects a strategic enhancement aimed at completing critical infrastructure improvements.
The updated financial plan for the project, known as Project Concept-I (PC-I), is set for review by the Central Development Working Party (CDWP). Following approval, the plan will move to the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) for final consent. This step is crucial for securing the additional funds needed to push forward with the project.
To date, PKR 1 billion has been assigned for this fiscal year, with PKR 400 million released in July and an additional PKR 600 million in November. An official from the Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) highlighted that the revised PC-I accommodates for recent price changes, allocating PKR 1.698 billion for completed works and an extra PKR 1.222 billion to cover price increases, aligning with guidelines from the Planning Commission.
The construction work has achieved significant progress, notably with the placement of girders on several flyovers—a key development milestone. Efforts are also in full swing to commence the construction of the main railway bridge, with design collaborations nearly finalized between NESPAK and Pakistan Railways. The 38.3-kilometre project is designed for high-speed travel up to 120 km/h and includes five interchanges at strategic locations including Baanth, Chak Baili Khan, Adiala Road, Chakri Road, and Thalian. It will also feature a new industrial zone to stimulate economic growth.
The enhanced ring road is set to significantly reduce traffic congestion and improve overall connectivity in Rawalpindi, fostering economic development across the region.
RDA Director General, Kinza Murtaza, stressed the significance of meeting project deadlines while ensuring high standards of construction quality. She highlighted the project’s potential to dramatically improve regional connectivity and foster development, promising substantial economic benefits upon its completion.
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