About

The Genesis of an Industrial Revolution 

Recognizing the need to uplift Pakistan’s export sector and modernize textile manufacturing, the Government of Punjab initiated the Garment City project through PIEDMC. This decision followed extensive consultations with key stakeholders and industrial experts, including a committee led by the Minister of Industries, Commerce, Investment & Skills Development (ICI&SD). The planning team studied successful models from Bangladesh and Vietnam to replicate proven strategies for rapid export growth and investment attraction.

Vision

To establish Pakistan as a world-class apparel manufacturing and export hub by providing a globally competitive, socially inclusive, and environmentally responsible industrial ecosystem.

Mission

To develop a Plug & Play industrial city that attracts foreign investment, accelerates exports, and promotes inclusive economic growth through best-in-class infrastructure, skilled workforce, and investor-focused governance.

Global Benchmarking

Pakistan currently hosts two major government-operated Garment Cities in Lahore and Faisalabad under the Ministry of Commerce, with combined annual exports exceeding $300 million. Building on this foundation, the Punjab Government aims to significantly scale up national exports through this new, investor-ready, purpose-built Garment City.

IntegrateAbout PIEDMC

PIEDMC is a Section 42 not-for-profit company formed to establish, manage, and operate industrial estates across Punjab. Known for landmark projects like Sundar Industrial Estate, PIEDMC brings deep expertise in industrial planning, development, and investor facilitation.

Key Highlights:

Strategically located on M-2 Motorway with proposed dedicated interchange

Rapid access to major cities: Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad

High-end industrial utilities and regulatory support under one roof

Sustainable, socially inclusive, and environmentally compliant zone

Increased Exports &
Foreign Exchange

Green energy with pre-installed 300K solar systems

Already notified as a Special Economic Zone (SEZ)

Inclusive Employment Generation and Women Empowerment

10-year exemption from
Income Tax

Creation of 250,000+ Jobs

Quick Turnaround Time

On Site Skills Development

Strategic Objectives

Accelerate Export Growth

Enhance national garment export volumes by expanding production of high-value woven and knitwear apparel.

Enable Foreign Investment

Attract global manufacturers seeking to relocate or expand operations into Pakistan.

Develop Compliant Infrastructure

Provide a fully compliant industrial base that meets global social, industrial, and environmental standards.

Empower Local Communities

Create widespread employment opportunities, particularly for youth and women, in surrounding areas.

Enhance Production Efficiency

Enable companies to scale rapidly through ready-to-operate facilities and infrastructure.

Develop Skilled Workforce

Partner with TEVTA and NAVTTC to create industry-relevant training programs and certification pathways.

Maryam Nawaz, Chief Minister of Punjab

” The construction of garment city will not only help in the creation of 100,000 employment opportunities, but will also contribute much towards women’s empowerment.”

Training Program

Short course “Industrial Stitching Machine Operator” of 6 weeks duration (4 Hours per shift) – 2 shifts daily (480 trainees in each shift) 
Training involves stitching core operation and 9 allied operations of stitching 
Will cover 100% operations of Denim garments (pants, jackets, shorts etc.) and 80 % other garments 
6 Batches Annually – (2 weeks gap between consecutive batches) 
Theory : Practical Ratio – 10% : 90%

Training to Females will be preferred 
Duration: 6 weeks, 2 shifts per day, 480 trainees per shift.
Stipend for trainees @ Rs. 20,000 / trainee for 6 weeks 
PBTE / TTB Certificate will be awarded to qualifying students  
Contractual Mode of Employment shall be followed

A Historic Collaboration

Led by the Industries, Commerce, Investment & Skills Development Department (ICI&SDD) in partnership with PIEDMC, TEVTA, C&W, Forest, Energy, and Labour Departments. 