Lyalpur Museum historical corner recreates the 1896 Tehsil Lyalpur office and highlights Faisalabad’s cultural heritage
(By Zafar Chishti, Bureau Chief Punjab Pakistan)
FAISALABAD: Lyalpur Museum has opened a historical corner featuring a replica of the Tehsil Lyalpur office established in 1896. The display showcases historic office equipment and preserved items associated with Captain Popham Young, the tehsil’s first Colonization Officer.
Commissioner Faisalabad Dr Imran Hamid Sheikh visited the newly established display with Sri Lankan High Commissioner Rear Admiral Fred Senevirathne and his delegation. Officers from the divisional and district administrations also attended the visit.
Museum officials briefed the Sri Lankan High Commissioner on the restoration and refurbishment of the historic office. The recreated office is located in the museum’s first gallery.
Rear Admiral Fred Senevirathne appreciated the initiative and showed interest in returning for a more detailed tour. He also praised the efforts to preserve and promote Faisalabad’s historical and cultural heritage.
During the visit, Commissioner Dr Imran Hamid Sheikh presented the high commissioner with a model of Faisalabad’s historic Clock Tower as a souvenir.
Speaking to the media, Dr Imran Hamid Sheikh described the historical corner as an important step towards reconnecting residents with Faisalabad’s past.
He said the display offers visitors insight into the administrative system, office equipment and working environment of Tehsil Lyalpur in 1896. It also aims to help younger generations understand the city’s early development.
The commissioner explained that Captain Popham Young and Sir Ganga Ram prepared the plan for the Clock Tower, eight bazaars and surrounding settlements. The plan later played an important role in shaping Faisalabad’s urban development.
Dr Imran Hamid Sheikh appreciated the officers involved in restoring and arranging the historical display. He encouraged residents, particularly students and young people, to visit the museum and learn about the city’s historical roots.
The new corner aims to preserve local heritage and make Faisalabad’s history more accessible to the public. Visitors can explore the display in the first gallery of Lyalpur Museum.
