CDA to Fast-Track Development of Long-Delayed Islamabad Sectors

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has come under pressure to accelerate stalled development projects in several sectors of Islamabad, particularly E-12, where allottees have been waiting for possession of their plots for over three decades.

During a high-level meeting on Friday, CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa directed the engineering wing to expedite development work in key sectors, including C-14 and I-12, with a two-month completion timeline.

He also instructed officials to float tenders for sub-sector E-12/4 and begin work wherever possession is available. The chairman tasked the Deputy Commissioner with securing land possession in E-12/4 by resolving disputes with locals. Partial development has taken place in E-12 since its launch in 1989, but most allottees still lack access to their plots.

“This month, we are planning to issue allotment letters for plots where development is complete,” said a CDA official.

The meeting also reviewed progress in Sectors C-15, C-16, and I-12. It was reported that 70% of road, drainage, and sewerage work in I-12 is complete. Issues with contractors in C-15 have reportedly been resolved.

The chairman emphasized quality standards and directed the establishment of camp offices in developing sectors to address public complaints promptly and fairly.