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NSIT City Lahore, officially named Nawaz Sharif IT City, is Pakistan's first government-backed technology-focused master-planned city. Spanning approximately 800 acres, it integrates dedicated districts for IT, education, film-making, residential, and commercial use. The project holds special technology zone status, offering ten-year tax holidays and customs exemptions to attract innovation. With active infrastructure development and iconic structures like the Celestia IT Tower, it is rapidly becoming a hub for economic growth in Lahore.
- Developer: Central Business District Development Authority (CBD Punjab)
- Ideal For: Ideal for corporate investors, tech firms, educational institutions, and end-users seeking a modern, tax-advantaged community in a high-growth, infrastructure-rich environment.
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Latest Updates
NSIT City Lahore Enters Final Construction Phase with Major Infrastructure Near Completion
As of mid-2026, the Nawaz Sharif IT City (NSIT) in Lahore is in its final construction phase. Key components—including the Education District, Silicon Blocks 01 and 02, Astra Block, and the 248-ft-wide central boulevard—are nearing completion. The Celestia IT & Office Tower has passed the halfway mark, with detailed finishing, electrical, HVAC, and fire-fighting works currently under tender by CBD Punjab. Habib Construction is actively delivering Packages 2 and 3.
Rooftop Food Fusion Street Auction at Vertex, CBD Quaid District Scheduled for June 2026
CBD Punjab will conduct a sealed-bid auction for the Rooftop Food Fusion Street at Vertex in CBD Quaid District, Gulberg, Lahore on 15 June 2026. The available rooftop floor spans 21,690 sq ft, with a reserve price of PKR 39 million per annum for a 10-year lease. The structure is grey-shell ready and features state-of-the-art architecture.
NSICT&R Lahore to Provide Free Treatment for Level-3 and Level-4 Cancer Patients Upon Launch
The Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cancer Treatment and Research (NSICT&R), a 915-bed facility under construction at an estimated cost of Rs 75 billion, will offer free treatment to all level-3 and level-4 cancer patients upon operationalization. Punjab Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique confirmed this during a site visit on 27 March 2026, emphasizing that 'no patient will be denied treatment'.
NSICT&R Lahore Launches Large-Scale Recruitment Drive for Clinical and Technical Staff
The Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cancer Treatment and Research (NSICT&R) has issued a comprehensive job advertisement for over 70 clinical and non-clinical positions, including Senior Consultants in Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Paediatric Oncology, and Anaesthesia; Junior Consultants; Biomedical Engineers; IT Directors; and support staff. Applications close on 15 December 2025.
NSIT City Featured as a Future-Ready Urban Model at World Urban Forum 13 in Baku
CBD Punjab showcased NSIT City as one of its three flagship 'Future-Ready Urban Models' at the World Urban Forum 13 (WUF13) held in Baku, Azerbaijan from 17–22 May 2026. It was presented alongside LEED Gold Certified CBD Quaid District and Net-Zero Plus CBD Potohar, highlighting NSIT City's role as Punjab’s Technology Core in sustainable, investment-driven urban development.
23 international IT companies have expressed interest in setting up operations within the Silicon Block, indicating strong investment potential.
Promises cutting-edge infrastructure with planned amenities like the Silicon Block to attract IT firms and foster innovation.
Planned with multiple districts including IT & Tech District (150 acres), Education City (200 acres), Film City (100 acres), Residential District (60 acres), and Commercial District (60 acres), offering a blend of work, leisure, and sustainable living.
Offers exemptions on customs duties, taxes, and import fees for machinery, equipment, and software; tax exemption on dividend income and long-term capital gains.
Fully backed by the Government of Punjab with special technology zone benefits, tax exemptions, and one-window facilitation.
Adjacent to DHA Phase 6-7 and PKLI, with proximity to major road arteries for easy accessibility.
Residents and prospective buyers report complaints about delays, unfinished infrastructure, and uncertainty regarding when full services will be operational.
Project is still under construction; core infrastructure like the 4.3-km main circular road is only completing water-bound and sub-base work, with asphalting scheduled for future weeks, indicating delays.
There are concerns about potential quality-control issues, with directives issued to maintain strict compliance with international standards during development.
Amenities and residential services are not fully available due to ongoing construction, leading to uncertainty about completion timelines.