Introduction
Drivers of overloaded vehicles use provincial roads and highways to avoid National Highways in Punjab. Presently, no weigh station is in operation in Punjab other than on National Highways operated by Federal agencies. Foregoing in view, Government of Punjab through Transport Department aims to launch Axle Load Regime in Punjab.
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Location |
36 districts in Punjab |
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Proposal Type |
Unsolicited |
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Estimated Cost |
PKR 1,500 million |
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Concession Period |
10 years |
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Concerned/Sponsoring Agency |
Transport Department |
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Current Status |
Project proposal under review. |
Salient Features
- Enhance the design life of roads and highways
- Reduce maintenance cost (Vehicle Operating Cost)
- Minimize transportation cost of commercial vehicles by reducing undue damage to vehicle
Role of Government Agency
- Provision of land
- Obtaining necessary NOCs and permissions
Role of Private Party
Design, Build, Finance, Operate, Maintain and Transfer back to government