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A City Reborn Through Flames and Innovation

On October 8 1871 a catastrophic fire broke out in Chicago Illinois destroying over 17 000 buildings across 3.3 square miles and leaving 100 000 people homeless. Fueled by wooden c......

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Pakistan Launches ‘Recharge Pakistan’ to Combat Water Scarcity

On November 2, 2021, Pakistan’s Ministry of Climate Change launched the ‘Recharge Pakistan’ project in collaboration with the World Bank and the Green Climate Fund. The initiative ......

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Pakistan Announces First Formal Housing Policy for Low-Income Families

On October 30, 1980, Pakistan unveiled its groundbreaking first comprehensive national housing policy specifically designed to address the shelter needs of low-income families, rep......

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Islamabad's First Smart City Project Launched

In 2020, Pakistan launched its first-ever smart city project in Islamabad, marking a groundbreaking milestone in the nation’s urban development landscape. This ambitious initiative......

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Lahore Improvement Trust Expands Model Town Housing to Meet Middle-Class Demand

On November 13, 1961, the Lahore Improvement Trust (LIT) approved a major expansion of Model Town, one of Lahore’s earliest planned residential areas. The project aimed to address ......

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Model Town Lahore A Modern Society Established within the Ancient Forest of Lahore (Episode 7)

Model Town Lahore A Modern Society Established within the Ancient Forest of Lahore (Episode 7)

The acquisition of land for the Model Town Society was one of the most remarkable and spirited chapters in its early history. Dewan Khem Chand and his...

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 Where Did the 500 Acres of Model Town Land Go (Episode 5)

Where Did the 500 Acres of Model Town Land Go (Episode 5)

Between 1921 and 1924, the land for Model Town Lahore was acquired in successive phases. The process began in 1921, shortly after the establishment of...

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