In a bold step to revolutionize public access to affordable and essential goods, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has given the green light to an ambitious new initiative titled ‘Sahulat-on-the-go Bazaars’. This innovative pilot project, aimed at reshaping the shopping experience in Punjab, will bring roadside convenience markets to the people, directly along the busiest urban arteries of Lahore.
The project is not just another market scheme—it’s a people-centric initiative designed to provide quality essentials in a clean, secure, and accessible environment. With a clear vision and a strict four-month implementation timeline, Maryam Nawaz Sharif is set to roll out a game-changing model for everyday shopping in the province.
What Are Sahulat-on-the-go Bazaars?
These mobile-style bazaars will consist of 816 uniform stalls strategically placed along key roads in Lahore. These stalls will offer essential edible items at government-approved prices, ensuring that the public—especially the working class and daily wage earners—can buy necessities without the hassle of traditional market crowds or inflated rates.
These cottage-top shops will maintain a standardized look, promoting hygiene, aesthetic appeal, and organization. The selected sites are:
- Multan Road
- Hanjarwal
- Manga Mandi
- Raiwind
- G-1 Market
- Faisal Town
- Moon Market
- Bedian Road
- Millat Road
- Gulshan Ravi
- Shahdara
- Shadman
- Singh Pura
Each location has been chosen for its accessibility and high traffic volume to serve maximum citizens daily.
Clean, Secure, and Well-Organized
A key highlight of the project is the government’s commitment to maintaining cleanliness and security in all these bazaars. Special arrangements will be made to ensure a safe and hygienic shopping environment. The bazaars will be closely monitored, and designated cleaning teams and security personnel will be deployed to maintain high standards.
The initiative has received widespread support from the Punjab Model Bazaar Management Company, led by Chairman Muhammad Afzal Khokhar, who presented a detailed project plan to the Chief Minister.
Lahore First, Punjab Next
While Lahore serves as the starting point, the vision doesn’t stop there. Once the pilot proves successful, similar Sahulat-on-the-go Bazaars will be expanded to every tehsil across Punjab, providing economic relief and promoting local business simultaneously.
This vision supports the broader goal of empowering communities, reducing inflation’s impact, and increasing access to quality goods for the average citizen.
A Broader Economic Vision
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz also commended the federal leadership of PML-N President Nawaz Sharif and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for their effective efforts in reducing the burden of electricity costs. The Rs7.41 per unit reduction for domestic consumers and Rs7.59 for industries marks a major relief in times of financial stress for the nation.
She remarked that history stands testimony to Nawaz Sharif’s efforts to pull Pakistan out of crises and offer real, tangible relief to the people. This electricity tariff reduction is not just a win for the common man but also a booster for the country’s economic and industrial sectors.
Conclusion
With Sahulat-on-the-go Bazaars, the Punjab government under the leadership of Maryam Nawaz Sharif is set to redefine convenience, affordability, and access in the most practical way possible. This initiative promises not only immediate benefits to the public but also sets a long-term direction toward economic relief and urban sustainability.
As the first stalls take root in Lahore’s bustling roads, the rest of Punjab watches with hope—and perhaps, a little excitement—for this visionary model to reach their doorsteps soon.