LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the adoption of the “One Punjab, One Standard” policy, marking the first-ever decision to introduce province-wide infrastructure and design standardisation.
Chairing a special meeting, the chief minister considered the establishment of an autonomous authority for standardisation and urban design. An in-principle decision was taken to set up a dedicated standardisation and design unit. She directed the preparation of a comprehensive standardised design manual.
The meeting also deliberated on fixing uniform designs for roadside kiosks and small shop cabins. It was decided that uniform standards would be implemented for roads, green belts, signboards and footpaths throughout the province.
A detailed briefing was given on infrastructure standardisation, with officials informing that standard designs would be introduced for schools, hospitals, bus stops and other public buildings.
Maryam Nawaz Sharif said the government aims to make every city in Punjab attractive and aesthetically pleasing, adding that uniform designs for infrastructure and road furniture enhance the visual appeal and identity of urban centres.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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