Lahore: The Government of Punjab has decided to restore Shah Alam Market according to its original map formed back in 1934, reported a news source. All built structures that were added afterwards will be demolished.
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In this regard, Walled City Authority has also submitted an application with Lahore Development Authority (LDA) to identify buildings and structures that are not part of the scheme approved back in 1934. Please note, an operation against encroachment activities in Asia’s biggest wholesale market is also underway on orders of Lahore High Court. The operation is now to expand further after a clear understanding has been developed between the provincial government and the departments concerned.
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The LDA is to provide old map to the Walled City Authority as this will help the authority identify all buildings and plazas constructed from 1934 onwards. Furthermore, LDA will also share the records of plot allottees in Shah Alam Market. In the meanwhile, the Estate Management and Town Planning Department of LDA has started to prepare record for the required information. The process to identify illegal buildings in Shah Alam Market will be completed in this week.
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