GUJRANWALA(National times)- The slogan “Eco-friendly travel strengthens Punjab” marked the launch of a modern transport culture in Gujranwala as the new mass transit system was formally inaugurated on Saturday. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif laid the foundation stone of the Gujranwala Mass Transit System. Both leaders unveiled the project plaque and performed a symbolic groundbreaking using golden shovels. In his address, the prime minister praised Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif for her public service and commended her entire team. He also spoke fondly of Gujranwala’s traditional cuisine. Maryam Nawaz delivered a detailed briefing on the project. As Shehbaz Sharif and Maryam Nawaz arrived at the venue, the crowd chanted slogans enthusiastically, to which both leaders responded with waves. The public excitement at the launch of the mass transit system was noteworthy. The entrance to the venue was decorated with colourful streamers and panaflex banners, while a documentary film about the project was screened. A beautifully crafted 3D model of the Gujranwala Mass Transit System remained the centre of attention at the event, which was attended by ministers, assembly members and party ticket-holders.