By The Punjab government has announced a landmark infrastructure investment of over Rs 38 billion for 42 major road development projects in the Sargodha district, as confirmed by a recent social media update from the Chief Minister. The initiative aims to enhance regional connectivity, improve trade routes, and strengthen the overall transport network within central Punjab.
According to the report, several key projects are already in motion. These include:
| Project Name | Cost (Rs billions) | Length (km) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawaz Sharif Flyover | 2.22 | 1.43 |
| Sargodha to Sial Mor Dual Road | 2.98 | 42.00 |
| Shahpur and Jhal Chakian to Bhalwal Road | 4.15 | 61.60 |
| Sargodha Jal Chakian Bypass Road | 1.20 | 20.60 |
| Sargodha to Salam Interchange Dual Road | 6.56 | 47.00 |
| Sahiwal – Shahpir Road | 1.15 | 34.00 |
| 33 Phatak Bhalwal Road | 1.24 | 27.00 |
| Queen Chowk to Sargodha Bypass | 0.2269 | 8.25 |
| Qainchi Mor to Pul Millatabad Road | 0.522 | 4.30 |
The subtotal for these nine projects alone stands at Rs 20.25 billion and spans over 246 kilometers of new and upgraded roads. These projects represent just a portion of the total 42 road initiatives currently being developed under Punjab’s infrastructure expansion plan.
This large-scale investment demonstrates the government’s commitment to improving mobility and economic access across the province. Improved road networks in Sargodha will not only reduce travel time and logistics costs but also support agriculture and industry, the two main economic pillars of the region.
Urban connectivity improvements—such as the Nawaz Sharif Flyover and Queen Chowk–Sargodha Bypass—are expected to ease congestion within the city, while dual roads linking Sargodha to Sial Mor and Salam Interchange will provide smoother inter-district transport corridors.
The Rs 38 billion investment aligns with Punjab’s broader infrastructure modernization strategy, focusing on enhancing public transport accessibility, rural connectivity, and trade route efficiency across central Pakistan.
