Punjab Walled Cities and Heritage Areas Authority is a governmental organisation established and funded by the Government of Punjab for heritage conservation, urban revitalization, tourism promotion, community engagement, and sustainable development while undertaking new initiatives for the protection and management of heritage assets.
History On 22 July, 2026, The Punjab government has officially renamed the Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA) as the Punjab Walled Cities and Heritage Areas Authority (PWCHAA).
The Walled City of Lahore Authority is a governmental organisation established and funded by the Government of Punjab for the conservation, planning and development, regulation and management of the Walled City of Lahore, the historic fortified interior of Lahore in Punjab, Pakistan.
The organisation works autonomously and was established in 2012 after Provincial Assembly of the Punjab amended the Walled City of Lahore Bill 2011 to create the authority. It looks after the heritage sites in the area and specifies penalties for damaging buildings and runs the functions of the Old City of Lahore. The authority also helps promote cultural activities and tourism in Lahore.
Lahore Authority for Heritage Revival In 2025, the Punjab government established the Lahore Authority for Heritage Revival (LAHR) to expand heritage restoration efforts beyond the Walled City. While WCLA focuses on conservation within the Walled City, LAHR oversees broader projects across Lahore, including historic sites like Shalimar Garden, Shahdara Complex, and Mall Road. Both authorities coordinate on preservation and urban renewal initiatives.
See also
Lahore Authority for Heritage Revival Lahore Fort Heritage conservation in Pakistan
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