Public Auction of Municipal Shop Leases by Municipal Corporation Gujranwala

Municipal Corporation Gujranwala invites participation in a public auction for the lease of its vacant shops at Sialkot, Gondlanwala and Sheikhupura bus stands. The shops are offered for a 15-year tenancy under the applicable Punjab Local Government property rules.

At Sialkot, the shops offered are Nos. 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 and 32. The reserve monthly rent is Rs. 35,000, and the security deposit is Rs. 105,000, equivalent to three months' rent.

At Gondlanwala, the shops offered are Nos. 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 29 and 30. The reserve monthly rent is Rs. 45,000, and the security deposit is Rs. 135,000, equivalent to three months' rent.

At Sheikhupura, the shops offered are Nos. 1, 2, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 21, 23, 25, 26, 29, 30, 32 and 33. The reserve monthly rent is Rs. 40,000, and the security deposit is Rs. 120,000, equivalent to three months' rent.

The auction will take place at Municipal Corporation Gujranwala on 17 November 2026 at 11:00 AM. Shops remaining unleased will be offered in subsequent auctions on 18 and 19 November 2026. Participants must provide the required security through a pay order and present their identity card for participation.

The tenancy is subject to the Punjab Local Government (Property) Rules 2018, including the applicable provisions of Rule 16. Rent is subject to an annual increase of 10%. Existing tenants have a first right of refusal under the applicable rules.

Successful bidders must comply with the corporation's tenancy conditions. Subletting or transferring a shop to another person is prohibited. The corporation's no-objection certificate must be obtained for utility connections. Tenancy arrangements must also comply with the Punjab Rented Premises Act 2009/2018. Disputes are subject to the Arbitration Act 1940. The competent authority retains the powers set out in the auction conditions concerning acceptance of bids and the conduct of the auction.

The responsible office is the Chief Officer, Municipal Corporation Gujranwala.