Sher Shah Colony
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Sher Shah Colony is a government-developed residential neighborhood situated on Raiwind Road in Lahore, originally laid out by the Lahore Development Authority as part of a government-employees housing scheme. It comprises four blocks (A, B, C, D) and offers budget-friendly houses and plots with basic amenities. The colony is well-connected to main commercial markets, hospitals, and the Bhuptian Industrial Area, making it a practical and affordable living option.
- Developer: Lahore Development Authority (LDA), a government agency known for developing affordable housing schemes.
- Ideal For: Ideal for families and investors seeking low-cost, accessible properties in Lahore's real estate market.
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Latest Updates
New Commercial Outlet Opens Amid Long-Standing Infrastructure Deficits in Sher Shah Colony
A new commercial outlet—Flavor Hive fast-food restaurant—has opened at 17-B Commercial, Sher Shah Colony, Raiwind Road, offering dine-in, takeaway, and free delivery across Lahore. This development contrasts sharply with persistent civic failures: over two decades after launch, the Lahore Development Authority’s Avenue-I scheme remains unfinished, with most block parks, mosque sites, schools, and a dispensary still undeveloped; security is critically lacking (residents hire private guards); and only one petrol pump operates. Residents continue to report health impacts from unregulated groundwater extraction due to absence of WASA water supply.
District Administration Inspects Sher Shah Road as Part of Broader Municipal Upgrade Initiative
Deputy Commissioner Lahore, Syed Musa Raza, conducted an on-site inspection of Sher Shah Road in Shalimar Tehsil as part of the Punjab government’s Clean Lahore and Smart City initiatives. The visit signals official recognition of infrastructure gaps in the corridor and aligns with broader efforts including street rehabilitation, sewerage restoration, mobile sabils, and upgraded healthcare services — though no colony-specific remedial action or timeline for Sher Shah Colony was announced.
House Price
PKR 17350/sq.ft
YoY -43.22%
Plot Price
PKR 8667/sq.ft
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Close to essential facilities including schools, markets, mosques, parks, Mumtaz Bakhtawar Hospital, and the Bhuptian Industrial Area.
Offers affordable housing options, including 3 Marla and 5 Marla houses and plots, suitable for various budgets.
Provides a peaceful, family-friendly, and friendly community atmosphere with a relatively quiet street layout.
The colony is divided into blocks (A-D) offering a variety of residential plots and houses. It is considered a promising location for investment due to steady development, affordable prices, and growth potential.
Excellent location near Raiwind Road and Sher Shah Road, offering easy access to main roads, public transport, and major city areas. Proximity to both residential and commercial zones provides convenience.
Provides basic utilities such as electricity and water supply, along with local shops for daily needs.
Government schools in the area suffer from a severe shortage of teaching staff despite large student populations.
No gas supply in the colony, despite an approved project where pipes were installed but not properly refilled, creating hazards.
Poor road conditions, dilapidated link roads, and the need for repeated resurfacing and patchwork.
Inconsistent water supply and drainage/sewage issues, attributed to the Lahore Development Authority (LDA) and Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA).
Inadequate municipal services, including poor sanitation, lack of fumigation against mosquitoes, and cancellation of old public transport routes (e.g., Bus 77) due to bad roads.