LAHORE
\nThe Punjab government is busy giving a new look to the joint check post at Wagha Border along the international border with India. Currently, work is in progress on the project under the supervision of NESPAK and expected to be completed by December 2025.
\nA NESPAK spokesman told media here Tuesday that the prestigious \u201cExpansion of Joint Check Post Wagha\u201d project is aimed at enhancing security, facilities, and tourism infrastructure at the Wahga Border crossing.
\nThe project\u2019s estimated cost is Rs 3,000 million, funded by the Punjab government, and Works Department of Pakistan Rangers Punjab is acting as the client.
\nRecently, Zargham Eshaq Khan, Managing Director of NESPAK, along with Rana Dawood, Executive Vice President of NESPAK, visited the expansion site of Wagha Check Post. They were warmly welcomed by Zulfiqar Ali Tariq, Project Manager, along with the NESPAK supervision team, representatives of Pakistan Rangers Punjab, and the contractor, Ms. Shahid Builders.
\nDuring the visit, Zargham Eshaq Khan thoroughly inspected the site, assessing all potential risks related to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE). He inquired about the detailed working methodology and project progress.
\nMr. Khan emphasized the importance of identifying all critical activities and calculating zero float to ensure timely completion of the project. He also directed a detailed radiography of the Pakistan flag to identify all potential risks associated with the relocation of the 410-feet high Pakistan pole at Wagha.
\nConstruction work officially commenced on June 10, 2024. The project\u2019s duration is 18 months, with a phased completion approach to ensure minimal disruption to border operations.
\nThe expansion will increase spectator capacity from 8,000 to 24,000, featuring notable additions such as a state-of-the-art historical museum showcasing the history of the Wagah Border and its significance.
\nModern waiting lounges with amenities for travelers and tourists. A green room for VVIPs and dignitaries.
\nThe project involves relocating and increasing the height of the world\u2019s 5th tallest flagpole from 115 to 135 meters, making it the world\u2019s 3rd highest flagpole. The flagpole will be designed to withstand extreme weather conditions and will be illuminated at night, making it an iconic landmark.
\nThe building\u2019s design draws inspiration from the crescent and star, symbolizing the historic significance and cultural heritage of the Wagah Border.
\nThe design also incorporates sustainable and energy-efficient features. Principal Architect Zulfiqar Ali Tariq from the A&P Division at NESPAK House will oversee the project\u2019s execution, ensuring timely completion and quality assurance as Project Manager.
\nMeanwhile, Pakistan Rangers strategized an expansion to tackle the issue of limited space, which previously accommodated 8,000 – 9,000 spectators. As per new plan, the sitting capacity of spectators will be increased. Under the new plan, the capacity will be increased to hold between 20,000 – 22,000 people. In order to deal with the funding and staff requirement, the Punjab government is supervising the project.
\nProject funds are being provided by the Punjab Government and NESPAK, an international level engineering consultancy organizatin, was staffed for the design and construction supervision of the project.
\nThe relocation of Flag Pole is also part of the project. The existing Flag Pole is off-centered and required to be relocated to be centrally aligned as per Alamgiri Gate. Major facilities to added to the historical site and the international border include the design of entrance, which is called Alamgiri Gate. The height of the structure will be 166\u2019-0\u201d and the covered area is 155,000 Sqft.
\nThere will be four sitting arenas for the spectators according to the building level. Two VIP Lounge\/Waiting areas will be part of the expansion project. A total of 15 Rangers offices will be constructed, while Rangers Barracks could accommodate : 100 persons.
\nA history Museum on a site area of 10,600 Sft will be constructed while media gallery will cover 2000 Sft.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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