Maryam approves pilot project to turn 120 Punjab villages into model communities
— October 20, 2026LAHORE (AIA) Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved a pilot project to transform 120 rural localities into modern model villages.
Chairing a meeting in Lahore today, she said the provincial government will introduce the Khushhal Dehat Act 2026 as part of the initiative.
Maryam directed the relevant authorities to form village committees without delay and submit a comprehensive plan for implementing the project.
She also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transforming villages across Punjab into model communities.
The chief minister further directed members of the provincial assembly and party ticket-holders to oversee development projects in their respective villages.
