20km Faisalabad Metro Bus Project begins under Rs79 billion Punjab plan

Traffic Police also issued an advisory as development activity intensified in the city. Authorities confirmed that work on the mega transport project officially began on May 10. Additional traffic staff has been deployed to manage vehicle flow during the construction phase.

According to official details, the Orange Line corridor will stretch across 20.3 kilometres in Faisalabad. The route will connect Faisal Town on Jaranwala Road with Tahir Pura near Faisalabad International Airport on Jhang Road.

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The project will include 21 metro stations, two depots and seven u-turns to improve transport movement. Officials also plan to operate 27 metro buses along with two trams after the project is completed.

Punjab authorities said the mega scheme is expected to be completed within one and a half years. The total estimated cost of the Faisalabad Metro project is around Rs79 billion.

Departments including WASA, FESCO, Sui Gas, Municipal Corporation, PTCL and Traffic Police have been directed to shift utility services quickly. Officials believe timely infrastructure work can help avoid delays in construction.

Traffic Police will continue announcing alternative routes for commuters during road work. Authorities also said lighting systems, signboards and regular water sprinkling will be arranged to reduce problems for residents.

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The project is being viewed as an important step toward improving public transport in Faisalabad. However, citizens may continue facing traffic congestion and road blockages until construction work is finished.