Explanation

• The Thal Desert is located in the eastern part of Punjab
• Location: Between the Jhelum and Indus Rivers
• Length: About 190 miles (306 km).

Additional information:

Major Deserts of Pakistan (5):

1. Cholistan (Bahawalpur, Punjab)
2. Thal (Bkhar district of Punjab)
3. Katpana desert (Sakardu)
4. Kharan desert (Balochistan)
5. Thar desert (Sindh)

Explanation

• The Salt Range is situated south of the Pothohar Plateau.
• Southern edge of the Pothohar Plateau and north of the Jhelum River.

Additional information:

• Region: Northern Punjab
• Highest peak: Sakesar
• Highest elevation: About 1,522 m
• Important rivers: Soan and Jhelum
• Famous for: Large deposits of rock salt, especially the Khewra Salt Mine.

Last verified on 05-10-2026

Explanation

• Khewra Salt Mine is located in Khewra near Pind Dadan Khan, Jhelum District, Punjab.
• It is the largest and oldest salt mine in Pakistan.
• It is the second-largest in the world.

Additional information:

• It is also called the Mayo Salt Mine.
• The salt deposits were discovered during the campaign of Alexander the Great in 326 BC.
• The mine was officially opened in 1872 during the British period.

Last verified on 14-03-2026

Explanation

• Hafizabad is known as the “City of Rice” in Pakistan.
• It is a major center of rice cultivation, production, and trade.
• The district is particularly famous for high-quality Basmati rice.
• Hafizabad also has a major rice market.

Last verified on 01-09-2026

Explanation

• CCD: Crime Control Department.
• Province: Punjab.
• Approved by: Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif.
• Technology: Artificial intelligence and modern forensic systems.
• Purpose: Improve crime investigation and control.

Last verified on 11-08-2026