c. 1908
13.90x
8.70cm
At this central location now stands the WAPDA, or Water and Power Development Authority headquarters, one of the modern architectural gems of Lahore.
Rai Mela Ram, a popular socialite and 19th century businessman a major role as contractor in the laying of the Lahore-Amritsar Railroad in 1880. Mela Ram Road in Lahore is named in his memory. His son Rai Bahadur Ram Saran Dass, a great patron of the arts, celebrated all major Hindu, Muslim and Sikh festivals with great fanfare at his residence.