Poonch House Colony
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Poonch House Colony was established in 1849 by the British colonial administration under Sir John Lawrence and now serves as a government office complex and heritage landmark. Located on Multan Road in Chauburji Quarters, it offers excellent connectivity to central Lahore and is centered around the historic Poonch House. The area blends colonial-era architecture with modern infrastructure, making it attractive for commercial offices, boutique hotels, and upscale residential redevelopment.
- Developer: British colonial administration under Sir John Lawrence
- Ideal For: Investors seeking heritage-focused commercial projects or high-end residential conversions, capitalizing on prestige and central accessibility.
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Latest Updates
Restoration of Bhagat Singh's 1931 Trial Courtroom at Poonch House Completed and Opened to Public
The historic courtroom inside Poonch House Colony in Lahore — where Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev were tried in 1931 — has been fully restored and opened to the public as of August 2025. The site now features a lifelike replica of the trial proceedings, including statues of Bhagat Singh and Justice Sir Shadi Lal, transforming it into an immersive educational and heritage experience under the supervision of Punjab’s Tourism, Archaeology and Museums Department.
- Punjab Tourism brings the vibrant essence of Basant 2026 to life, celebrating Punjab’s rich cultural heritage and traditions at Poonch House, Lahore, on 6 & 7 February 2026.
- Tourism, Archaeology and Museums Department, Punjab proudly presents Basant 2026, a vibrant two-day cultural celebration on 6–7 February 2026 at Poonch House, Lahore.
Basant 2026 Cultural Festival Announced at Poonch House with Strict Invitation-Only Access
The Tourism, Archaeology and Museums Department, Punjab, has officially announced that the Basant 2026 festival will be held on 6–7 February 2026 at Poonch House, Lahore, marking a formal revival of the cultural celebration at this historic venue. Participation is confirmed to be strictly by invitation only, aligning with government SOPs for responsible cultural programming.
Heritage Walk Organized at Poonch House (1849) and Bhagat Singh Gallery in Late 2025
A heritage walk was conducted at Poonch House — built in 1849 — and its Bhagat Singh Gallery at the end of December 2025, organized by the Tourism Development Corporation of Punjab (TDCP). The event engaged interns from the Magnificent Punjab Internship Program and other cultural enthusiasts, reinforcing Poonch House’s role as a living site for historical education and public engagement with Lahore’s colonial and freedom movement legacy.
Sewerage Upgradation Scheme for Poonch House Colony and Chuburji Garden Estate Progressing Rapidly
The Lahore Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) has confirmed that the sewerage upgradation scheme for Poonch House Colony and Chuburji Garden Estate is progressing rapidly toward completion. This infrastructure initiative forms part of the Government of Punjab’s broader vision to improve urban sanitation and livability in historic Lahore neighborhoods.