Lahore Division

Lahore | ReNews Pakistan
The Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (CBD Punjab) has officially launched registrations for authorised sales partners for its flagship Celestia IT and Office Tower, following the successful completion of the project's grey structure. The initiative is aimed at expanding the project's market reach while creating new business opportunities for Pakistan’s real estate industry.
CBD Punjab has invited marketing firms, real estate agencies, property consultants, independent sales professionals and channel partners from across the country to join the sales partnership programme. The authority stated that registered partners will play a key role in promoting one of Punjab’s most ambitious commercial developments and connecting investors with premium business opportunities.
Celestia IT and Office Tower is strategically located adjacent to DHA Phase 6 and Phase 7 in Lahore and forms a major component of CBD NSIT City, a modern technology and commercial district being developed to attract local and international investment. Designed as a state of the art IT and business hub, the tower will offer premium office spaces supported by a central HVAC system, a digital façade, advanced building management systems and modern commercial infrastructure tailored to the needs of technology companies and corporate businesses.
According to CBD Punjab, construction has entered the finishing phase, with interior and external works progressing rapidly. The authority believes the project is now well positioned to attract businesses, multinational companies, technology firms and investors seeking high quality office space in one of Lahore’s fastest growing commercial corridors.
CEO CBD Punjab Imran Amin said the completion of the grey structure marks an important milestone in the development of Celestia IT and Office Tower. He stated that the project reflects CBD Punjab’s vision of delivering world class commercial infrastructure capable of attracting investment, encouraging innovation and supporting the province’s digital transformation.
He added that the newly launched sales partnership programme provides Pakistan’s leading real estate professionals with an opportunity to participate in a landmark commercial development while generating long term value for investors. He also expressed confidence that the initiative would contribute significantly to the continued growth of NSIT City as a leading technology, innovation and business destination in Pakistan.
CBD Punjab expects the project to strengthen Lahore’s commercial real estate market by providing modern office facilities that meet international standards while supporting economic growth, technology driven businesses and future investment in the province.

Lahore: [Riaz Hussain ReNews Pakistan]
On the directions of Lahore Development Authority (LDA) Director General Tahir Farooq, the LDA Town Planning Wing launched a large scale operation against illegal commercial buildings and commercial fee defaulters, sealing a total of 191 properties across different areas within the LDA controlled area.
LDA teams carried out operations on Canal Road, Samanabad, Gulshan Ravi, Gulberg, Faisal Town, College Road, various private housing schemes, PCSIR, UET, Gul Daman and Allama Iqbal Town. According to officials, the operation was conducted to curb illegal commercial activities, enforce commercial regulations and recover outstanding dues.
According to details, 59 properties were sealed on Canal Road, Samanabad and Gulshan Ravi over illegal commercial use, while 27 properties were sealed in Gulberg and Faisal Town. Similarly, another 80 properties were sealed on College Road and in private schemes, PCSIR, UET and Gul Daman over illegal commercial use and non payment of commercial fees.
In addition, LDA teams sealed 25 more properties in Allama Iqbal Town during a recovery operation against non payment of dues.
The sealed properties included private schools, colleges, banks, grocery stores, cafes, restaurants, food points, estate offices, bakeries, pharmacies, beauty salons, clinics, auto workshops, shops, offices and other commercial establishments.
The operation was conducted under the supervision of Chief Town Planner One Asad uz Zaman and Chief Town Planner Two Azhar Ali. LDA Director General Tahir Farooq said that indiscriminate action against illegal commercial buildings and commercial fee defaulter properties will continue, adding that enforcement of building and commercial regulations across the city will be ensured at all costs.

Lahore : [ReNews Pakistan]
The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) has directed plot owners in LDA City to clear their outstanding installments and other dues according to their respective balloting phases by June 30, 2026. Failure to do so will result in surcharge and further action under the relevant rules and regulations.
According to a public awareness campaign issued by the LDA, allottees from the first and second balloting phases, whose installment period ended on June 30, 2022, they were instructed to pay all outstanding dues by June 30, 2026.
Similarly, allottees from the third and fourth balloting phases, whose payment deadline was December 31, 2024, have also been given until June 30, 2026 to clear their dues without any additional surcharge.
The LDA has clarified that allottees from the first, second, third and fourth balloting phases who fail to pay their dues by the deadline will be charged a surcharge along with the principal amount from July 1, 2026, in accordance with the applicable rules.
According to the authority, eligible allottees who deposit their outstanding charges under the extension policy may have their allotments restored in line with the prescribed terms and conditions. The step is aimed at providing relief to citizens while ensuring financial discipline in the project.
To facilitate plot owners, the LDA has also kept its online payment system active. Citizens can obtain challan forms through the LDA’s official website, www.lda.gop.pk, or the LDA mobile application. Payments can also be deposited at branches of Allied Bank, MCB Bank and Bank of Punjab across the country.
The authority has advised citizens to carefully verify all information printed on the challan form, as any incorrect entry must be confirmed through the relevant directorate.
LDA officials said timely payment of dues would not only help plot owners avoid an additional financial burden but also support the pace of development activities in the project. They urged all allottees not to wait until the last date and to clear their dues as soon as possible to avoid extra charges or administrative complications.