First-ever plastic road in Punjab

For the first time in Punjab, a plastic road has been made. Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi inaugurated Zafar Ali road — from Lahore Gymkhana Mall Road to Jail Road.

Inaugurated Punjab's first plastic road, Zafar Ali Road in Lahore, sets a shining example.
By using plastic in construction, we're not only extending road life in a cost effective way but also making strides in plastic waste management. Together, we pave the way to a cleaner… pic.twitter.com/6sauri0I1E

— Mohsin Naqvi (@MohsinnaqviC42) September 25, 2023

The technical assistance in the construction of this road was provided by the professors of the University of Engineering and Technology (UET).

A plastic road is 60 per cent cheaper than a tar road and 100 per cent better in durability.

According to caretaker CM Punjab, Rs2 crore incurred on its construction, while the cost of a tarred road of the same length would be around Rs6 crore.

The plan for now is to convert Mall Road into a plastic road as well.

A plastic road is made up of recycled waste, plastic bags in addition to other materials that are recycled into granules and then mixed with chemicals and a small amount of tar.

Plastic roads do not easily get bumpy due to water and can sustain themselves for at least 10 years.