The Punjab Government has announced plans to establish the Nawaz Sharif Medical District in Lahore, following the success of the Nawaz Sharif Cancer Care Hospital project. The new medical district aims to provide state-of-the-art healthcare facilities and modern infrastructure for patients and visitors.
According to officials, the government has completed the initial PC-I documentation and 3D designs for Punjab’s first medical district. The project will be developed on more than 1,500 kanals of land, making it one of the largest healthcare hubs in the province.
The district will feature a 22.87-kanal helipad and a 32.38-kanal gas station, ensuring smooth access for emergency services and visitors. For the first time, the medical district will include a biodiversity park, offering green spaces and recreational areas for the public.
Land has also been reserved for commercial development. Mixed-Use Commercial Zone One will cover 28.89 kanals, while Mixed-Use Commercial Zone Two will occupy 28.69 kanals. This development will support shops, offices, and other essential services within the medical district.
A Civic Avenue will connect multiple hospitals within the district, while a 250-foot-wide Sunset Avenue will form a key part of the internal road network. Additionally, 53.99 kanals have been set aside for pedestrian walkways, bridges, and canal-side paths, ensuring easy access for visitors on foot.
The Nawaz Sharif Medical District will be directly linked to the Lahore Ring Road, providing quick and convenient access for patients, visitors, and emergency services.
The Institute of Ophthalmology will be the first facility constructed within the district, with an estimated cost of PKR 17.8 billion. Construction is expected to begin in the current financial year.
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Officials say the medical district will set a benchmark for modern healthcare infrastructure in Punjab. By combining advanced hospitals, green spaces, and commercial facilities, the Nawaz Sharif Medical District aims to improve healthcare access and the overall patient experience in Lahore.
