PM Shehbaz Sharif Approves Major Expansion of Lahore and Karachi Airports

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday approved a significant expansion plan for the Lahore and Karachi airports, aimed at enhancing the country’s aviation infrastructure. This decision comes as part of the government’s broader strategy to improve transportation facilities and boost economic growth.

The expansion project will include the construction of new terminals and the upgrading of existing facilities to accommodate increasing passenger traffic. In a statement, PM Sharif emphasized the importance of modernizing airport facilities to meet international standards and improve the overall travel experience for citizens and tourists alike.

This initiative is expected to have far-reaching implications for Pakistan’s economy, particularly in terms of tourism and trade. By enhancing airport capacity, the government aims to attract more international flights, which could lead to increased foreign investment and job creation in the aviation sector.

Following this approval, the Civil Aviation Authority is set to initiate detailed planning and feasibility studies. The government anticipates that construction will begin within the next year, with a focus on minimizing disruption to current airport operations.