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SARGODHA, Dec 05 (APP): A massive sewerage project worth Rs 14 billion, approved by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, aiming to permanently resolve Sargodha’s decades-old sewerage problems, is set to kick off this month.
It was disclosed by Commissioner Sargodha Jehanzeb Awan while presiding over a meeting regarding preparations for the project’s inauguration where Deputy Commissioner Capt (retd) Muhammad Waseem, MD WASA Abu Bakar Umar, CEO SWMC Rana Shahid Imran, CO Municipal Corporation Majid Bin Ahmed, SE Highways, FESCO officials, officers from relevant departments, and a technical team from NESPAK were present.
During the meeting, it was agreed that the contractor will mobilize to the field within the next few days so that physical work can begin without delay.
MD WASA Abu Bakar Umar briefed the meeting on the project’s scope, phase-wise planning, and technical components.
The Commissioner directed that all pending NOCs must be cleared immediately, stressing that no procedural delays would be tolerated.
He instructed departments, including PTCL and Sui Gas, to ensure the identification and timely shifting of underground cables and pipelines to prevent potential damage during construction.
He added that all departments would extend full support for road restoration, crossing points, and other related development works.
Commissioner Jehanzeb Awan termed the initiative a historic milestone for Sargodha, emphasizing that the project is directly linked to public welfare.
He instructed all departments to work with dedication and assured that the district and divisional administration would provide full support to ensure its successful completion.