Establishment of Medical College at Layyah Approved by Punjab Government
The Government of Punjab, through the Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department, has granted administrative approval for the establishment of a Medical College at Layyah.
According to the official order dated 17 October 2026, the approval follows the decision of the Provincial Development Working Party (PDWP) meeting held on 28 September 2026.
The project has been approved at a total estimated cost of Rs. 4,406.617 million, including capital and revenue components.
Key Details of the Order
- Department: Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department, Government of the Punjab
- Order Number: PO(Dev-III)12-1/2025
- Order Date: 17 October 2026
- Project: Establishment of Medical College at Layyah
- Total Approved Cost: Rs. 4,406.617 million
- Capital Component: Rs. 3,449.838 million
- Revenue Component: Rs. 956.779 million
- Project Completion Deadline: 30 June 2028
- Approval Authority: Governor of the Punjab
Project Cost Breakdown
The approved project budget is divided into the following components:
| Component | Approved Amount |
|---|---|
| Capital Component | Rs. 3,449.838 million |
| Revenue Component | Rs. 956.779 million |
| Total Project Cost | Rs. 4,406.617 million |
Project Completion Timeline
The order specifies that the gestation period of the scheme will continue until 30 June 2028.
The executing agency is required to incur expenditure after fulfilling all applicable legal, codal and procedural formalities.
Issuing Authority
The order has been issued by the Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department, Government of the Punjab, and signed by Azmat Mahmood, Secretary, Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department.
Official Notification
The order confirms that administrative approval has been granted for the scheme titled “Establishment Medical College at Layyah” at a total cost of Rs. 4,406.617 million, subject to the specified terms and conditions.
Readers are advised to refer to the original government order for complete details.
Source: Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department, Government of the Punjab. Order dated 17 October 2026.
