Lahore: The Punjab government has given the green light to a large-scale project aimed at strengthening flood defenses along the Ravi River. The initiative seeks to protect Lahore’s population from the recurring threat of seasonal flooding.
According to officials from the Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDA), the scheme carries an estimated cost of PKR 214 billion. Of this amount, PKR 150 billion will be financed through a government loan, while RUDA will contribute PKR 64 billion from its own resources.
The plan includes construction of a 90-kilometre-long protective embankment on both banks of the river. The retaining wall will measure 300 feet in width and stand 27 feet high, with water-regulating structures designed to control river flow and minimize the risk of inundation.
The decision was formally endorsed during a meeting chaired by the Secretary of Housing, with senior RUDA representatives present.
Officials expressed confidence that the project will not only safeguard urban communities but also enhance Lahore’s long-term resilience against climate-related flooding challenges.