CDA is Finally Developing 35-Year-Old Sector in Islamabad

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has announced plans to launch a major anti-encroachment operation in the long-stalled and under-developed E-12 sector, to restart development work initiated over 35 years ago. This decision was made during a meeting chaired by CDA Chairman Mohammad Ali Randhawa, as stated in an official press release on Wednesday.

The E-12 sector was originally launched by the CDA in 1989, and over 4,000 plots were sold at that time. However, plot buyers have been waiting for decades for the development of their properties, as the sector has seen little progress since its inception. A CDA official acknowledged the frustration of many plot owners, some of whom have passed away after waiting for more than 35 years. He pointed out that individuals who purchased plots in their mature years are now likely in their 70s or older, calling the situation a “great injustice.”

According to the official, the primary reason for the delay in development was a longstanding dispute between the CDA and local landowners over compensation for the acquired land. Although the CDA had initiated partial development work a few years ago, it was halted due to unresolved issues with contractors and local landowners.

In response, CDA Chairman Randhawa has instructed the relevant department to resolve the legitimate concerns of landowners and take action against those who have illegally occupied CDA land in the sector. He also emphasized the urgent need to commence development work in E-12 without further delay.

During the meeting, the CDA chairman stressed the importance of coordinating the anti-encroachment operation with the Islamabad Police and city administration. He further announced plans to personally visit sector E-12 to oversee the resolution of issues and accelerate the development process.

Additionally, the CDA chairman called for similar actions in other sectors, including I-15 and I-12, to remove encroachments and ensure the timely completion of development projects.