This occupies the middle of the northern side of Deewan-e-Aam quadrangle; built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1631-33. It is a 40-pillared hall, in front of the Jharoka of Daulat Khana-e-Khas-o-Aam, built by Emperor Akbar. The work was completed under the supervision of Asif Khan in three years.

Walled City of Lahore Authority has completed conservational works  in Dewan e Aam  in Jan 2024. The building has been opened for tourists.