ADDRESSING ROAD-LEVEL PLANNING CHALLENGES IN PAKISTAN FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

Abstract

There are ongoing difficulties in creating road plans in Pakistan, since the elevation of the road’s changes from urban areas to rural areas. As a result of poor planning, poor coordination, and a lack of set standards, the infrastructure has deteriorated greatly, there are frequent urban floods, and people’s health is at risk. Because of frequent repairs to roads and poor handling of water drainage, water is not able to flow properly, leading to stagnant water, more cases of lung diseases, and greater losses for the economy. This policy brief looks at the main reasons behind the outcomes of, and the existing problems in, Pakistan’s road-level planning system. From the examples of Paris and London, we can see that having integrated drainage, set road elevations, and advanced maintenance helps cities. To solve these issues, the brief recommends having a single authority that sets a consistent level of road quality, holds contractors accountable, uses modern technologies for road upkeep, and improves collaboration among all those involved. It is suggested to combine new laws, adoption of technology, and gradual change to achieve sustainable progress, lessen floods in cities, and improve the health of the public. To ensure that the country’s roads are strong and effective, effective collaboration must be achieved among policymakers, contractors, and urban planners.