Program Coordination Unit - Punjab Green Development Programme

30/06/2025

Sr. Chief Environment & CC, P&D Board - Ms. Nadia Shafiq, actively participated in the 2-day National Policy Dialogue on Climate-Induced Migration (24–25 June 2025), Islamabad.

Key discussions focused on integrating human mobility into Pakistan’s NAP & NDC 3.0 for a climate-resilient future.



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Govt of Punjab

19/06/2025

| June 19, 2025 |

Meeting Held to Review Progress on Punjab Climate Change Action Plan 2024

Under the chairmanship of the Ms. Nadia Shafiq - Senior Chief (Env. & CC), P&D Board, a key meeting was conducted to review the implementation progress of the Punjab Climate Change Action Plan 2024.

The session brought together representatives from various departments to assess departmental contributions and align development schemes with the Plan’s strategic climate goals.

The collaborative effort reflects the Government of Punjab’s commitment to building climate resilience and sustainability across the province. 🌱🌍

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Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab
Chief Minister Punjab's Updates

18/06/2025

| June 17, 2025 |

Air Quality Roadmap 2024–2027 | Overview Meeting Held at P&D Board

A overview briefing meeting on Air Quality Roadmap 2024-27 chaired by Ms. Nadia Shafiq - Sr. Chief Environment P&DB / DPC PGDP was held at P&D Complex. Briefing agenda included:

✅ Automation of AQMS and ETS
✅ Emission standards for motorbikes
✅ Crop burning mitigation strategies
✅ Commercial Vehicle Inspection expansion
✅ Fuel quality testing rollout and other.

📈 With Lahore’s air quality challenges persisting in 2025, the meeting emphasized review of stronger data systems, integrated monitoring, and real-time public dashboards.

Sr. Program Specialist PCU PGDP - Mr. Rizwan Ali, representative CM Roadmap Team, and PCU PGDP joined.

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01/05/2025

22/04/2025

🌍 Let’s celebrate Earth Day with gratitude and commitment, knowing that our actions today shape a brighter future for generations to come.

15/04/2025

| April 15, 2025 |

Restructuring Meeting of Punjab Green Development Program (PGDP)

The Planning & Development Board, Punjab, convened a key meeting, under the chairmanship of Ms Saba Asghar Ali - the Chief Environment / DPC PGDP, P&D Board, to engage with the World Bank Mission on the restructuring of the Punjab Green Development Program. The mission was led by Mr. Ahmad Imran Aslam, Senior Environmental Specialist and Task Team Leader (TTL), World Bank.

Representatives from key provincial departments and partner agencies attended the session to deliberate on the revised implementation framework and finalize restructuring parameters to enhance the program’s alignment with Punjab’s green development priorities.



Chief Minister Punjab's Updates Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab Strategic Planning & Implementation Unit - SPIU, PGDP

09/03/2025

“Sustainable development is not a choice; it’s a necessity.” - Ms Saba Asghar Ali

Chief Environment P&D Board and Deputy Program Coordinator, PGDP-Ms Saba Asghar Ali, emphasized the urgent need for climate-conscious urban development at HEAL Pakistan 2025. She highlighted how data-driven policies, regulatory frameworks, and sustainable infrastructure are key to mitigating environmental challenges in Punjab. Addressing industry experts, policymakers, and stakeholders, she stressed that collaborative efforts between the government, private sector, and communities are crucial in shaping a resilient and eco-friendly future.
🌍 Let’s work together to turn climate commitments into action!

23/01/2025

Punjab is paving the way for a greener future! 🚍⚡

The Government of Punjab’s E-buses initiative will revolutionize eco-friendly transport in the province. Ms. Saba Asghar Ali (Chief Env. / DPC PGDP, P&D Board) highlights the significance of this project in ensuring sustainable development for all. 🌱✨”



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Chief Minister Punjab's Updates
Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab

01/01/2025

Happy New Year 2025!

Wishing you a year filled with success, joy, and a brighter, greener future. Let’s make it a great one together!

25/12/2024

Celebrating the birth of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the architect of our nation. His vision of unity, faith, and discipline continues to guide us. Let’s strive to build the Pakistan he dreamed of.

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20/12/2024

| December 20, 2024 |

Secretary P&D Board / PC PGDP, Dr. Asif Tufail, chaired the 10th Program Steering Committee (PSC) meeting of the Punjab Green Development Program (PGDP), during which the agenda of the meeting was formally approved.

The meeting featured a comprehensive review of the Program’s progress, including the implementation of decisions from the 9th PSC meeting, the finalization of the Green Financing Strategy, and the proposed restructuring of the Program.

Representatives from relevant departments attended the session, contributing to a collaborative and informed discussion on these critical matters.

Planning & Development Board, Govt. of the Punjab
Govt of Punjab
World Bank Pakistan
Strategic Planning & Implementation Unit - SPIU, PGDP

09/12/2024

| December 06, 2024 |

Meeting with World Bank Technical Support Mission on Punjab Green Development Program

A meeting with the World Bank’s Technical Support Mission chaired by Member ID, P&DB - Dr. Muhammad Abid Bodla, was held at P&D Complex. The mission, led by Senior Environmental Specialist and Task Team Leader (TTL) Mr. Ahmad Imran Aslam, focused on reviewing the progress of the Punjab Green Development Program (PGDP) and finalizing key restructuring parameters.

The meeting was attended by Chief Env. / and DPC PGDP, Ms. Saba Asghar Ali, along with representatives from the World Bank, PGDP, and various departments, including P&D, Industries, Finance, Transport, Energy, and other.

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Govt of Punjab
World Bank Pakistan