PESHAWAR: In a move aimed at enhancing public amenities, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced plans to provide free WiFi services in public parks across Peshawar.
Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur chaired a meeting focused on the beautification initiatives for the provincial capital. During the session, CM Gandapur instructed relevant authorities to finalize arrangements for the provision of free WiFi and present the plan for approval by the provincial government.
Highlighting the importance of extending such services, CM Gandapur revealed intentions to expand the initiative to other cities in subsequent phases. Additionally, the Chief Minister directed the Peshawar Development Authority to draft a comprehensive beautification plan for the city.
In a bid to improve transportation infrastructure, the meeting also endorsed the launch of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service on Nasir Bagh Road within the provincial capital. CM Gandapur emphasized the conversion of streetlights to solar power and advocated for the construction of underpasses over overhead bridges.
Further directives included immediate action on the completion of the remaining section of Warsak-Nasir Bagh Road, along with repair works on roads surrounding the BRT Corridor at University Road.
The Chief Minister underscored the embellishment of pathways with artificial plants, as well as the adornment of walls and bridges with culturally significant designs to promote the heritage of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
To realize these objectives, the KP Chief Minister urged collaboration with private organizations. This multi-faceted approach aims to improve public spaces and infrastructure for the benefit of citizens across the province.
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