MULTAN: The restoration and beautification of Multan’s historic Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) has been successfully completed, reviving the iconic heritage landmark to its original condition.

The restoration project was carried out with the support of the United States Government’s Cultural Heritage Preservation Programme in collaboration with the private organisation THAAP. The completed project was formally inaugurated by Additional Chief Secretary South Punjab Fuad Hashim Rabbani along with US Consul General Stetson Sanders Public Diplomacy Officer Raquel King Nicodemus and Multan Commissioner Aamir Kareem Khan.

Following the inauguration ceremony, the dignitaries toured stalls showcasing Multan’s rich cultural heritage, including Multani khussas, calligraphy, engraving, blue pottery Chunri suits and other traditional crafts.

Addressing the event Fuad Hashim Rabbani welcomed the visiting US delegation and highlighted the historical and cultural significance of Ghanta Ghar for South Punjab. He described the US government’s support for the project as commendable and expressed hope that the initiative would serve as a model for restoring other historic sites in the region.

US Consul General Stetson Sanders expressed pleasure at visiting Multan and praised the city’s hospitality. He said the restoration was completed over one year at a cost of $200,000 and provided apprenticeship training to 150 craftsmen. Sanders added that 35 historic monuments across Pakistan have been restored under US-supported initiatives at a total cost of $8.4 million.