CDA to Construct New Interchange in Islamabad

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) will construct a new interchange in Islamabad to connect Sector I-16 with the Srinagar Highway, according to a written reply submitted by Federal Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control, Senator Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi, in the National Assembly.

The minister informed the House that a road is part of the Islamabad Master Plan that links Sector I-16 with the Srinagar Highway. As per the plan, an interchange will be developed at the intersection of 17th Avenue and Srinagar Highway. The CDA is currently developing Sector H-16, while the service road between Sectors H-16 and H-17 will also be constructed as part of the project.

He added that the 16th Avenue, situated between Sectors H-15 and H-16, will be constructed in accordance with the provisions of the Master Plan. The number of interchanges and underpasses on 16th Avenue will be finalized once the detailed design is prepared.

The minister stated that avenues across the federal capital are planned and constructed to ensure smooth traffic flow and reduce congestion. The construction of 10th Avenue is already underway to further improve mobility and connectivity within Islamabad.

According to the written reply, Sector I-16 is currently under development with residential units being built, and there are no existing impediments to traffic movement. The construction of 16th Avenue and the proposed interchange will be carried out based on future traffic demand and urban expansion requirements.