Lyallpur

Lyallpur is the former name of a city in the Punjab province of Pakistan. Founded in 1892, it was established as a canal-irrigated agricultural colony by the British. The city was named after Sir James Lyall, a British colonial administrator who played a key role in its development. Lyallpur quickly grew into a major trading hub for agricultural produce, particularly wheat and cotton, thanks to its strategic location and the surrounding fertile lands. The city's grid-like street plan, a common feature of British colonial planning, is still visible today. In 1977, the government of Pakistan officially renamed the city Faisalabad in honor of the late King Faisal of Saudi Arabia, who had provided significant financial assistance to Pakistan. Despite the name change, the historical significance of Lyallpur as a foundational name for the city persists in local memory and historical records. The city continues to be a vital economic and industrial center in Pakistan.