After the distribution of subcontinent India, all the Sikhs and the Hindus migrated to India and the Muslim pilgrims of the Eastern Indian-Punjab moved to Gujranwala. Gujranwala now is an agricultural marketing center (grains, melons, sugarcane), it is also a commercial and industrial center, manufacturing ceramics, iron safes, copper, brass, and aluminum utensils. The establishment of an industrial park, textile, silk, pipefitting, electric fan, and tannery production increased its importance.  Cultivation in the surrounding area is dependent upon canal irrigation. Wheat, cotton, rice, barley, and millet are the chief crops. World 's best Quality Rice grows here. In 1951 the city was converted into the capital of the district which Gave rise to the new industries in the city. The Gujranwala hydroelectric project provides power from the Chenab River. There are also rice and sugar mills and glassworks in the locality.

In spite of being an industrial region and potential agricultural trade base of Pakistan, Gujranwala has always been discriminated against other cities in terms of development and enhancement of Internet Services in the city. The Internet Service Providers in the city are quite relaxed and cold in their attitude as compared to the services they are providing in other cities.

Gujranwala, now the fourth largest city of Punjab, is increasingly gaining importance because of its diversified industrial base. The large array of its export - oriented industries ranges from the heavy machinery to domestic appliances to electric transformers and motors. This makes Gujranwala a significant contribution to Pakistan's economy. In close proximity to Lahore situated on both sides of the G.T. Road, Gujranwala is the fasty transforming into a prominent city. With the industrial support and a potential agricultural trade base its population has increased in leaps and bounds. Their appetite for sizzling dishes, the populaces of Gujranwala are seeking to adopt a modern lifestyle and joining the mainstream, making Gujranwala a prosperous metropolis.