ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) Development Working Party (DWP) held its 71st meeting at CDA Headquarters, chaired by Chairman CDA/CDA-DWP Muhammad Ali Randhawa.
Attendees included CDA Board Members, and representatives from the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Interior, along with senior relevant officers.
According to the report, the forum reviewed and approved four important development plans aimed at improving the city’s infrastructure and services. One of the approved projects was the PC-I for the improvement, lighting, and beautification of Constitution Avenue in Sector F-5/G-5, Islamabad, with an estimated cost of Rs490.082 million.
The initiative seeks to enhance the aesthetics and functionality of major government landmarks such as Aiwan-e-Saddar, the Prime Minister’s Office, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the National Library, Parliament House, the Supreme Court, the Federal Shariat Court, Cabinet Blocks, and the Office of the Auditor General of Pakistan. The project is set to be completed in four months and will add permanent value to CDA’s assets.
Addressing the challenges of rapid urbanization, the meeting approved PC-II for engaging a consultancy firm to devise a modern municipal solid waste management system, in line with the Government of Pakistan’s directives.
This project aims to reduce pollution, lower health risks, and create a cleaner city. The consultancy phase will take four months and focus on developing methods that follow international waste management practices.
To enhance Islamabad’s hospitality sector and global standing, PC-II was also approved for hiring a consultancy firm to conduct a feasibility study and provide transaction advisory services for establishing 5-star hotels in the city.
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This initiative will promote tourism, boost economic growth, and reinforce Islamabad’s role as a hub for political, diplomatic, and business activities. The consultancy phase will last 12 months, emphasizing modern joint venture and profit-sharing operational models.
Recognizing the need for a modern slaughterhouse, the CDA-DWP approved PC-II for hiring a transaction advisor to conduct a feasibility study and offer advisory services for developing a state-of-the-art facility in Humak.
Replacing the outdated slaughterhouse built in 1964, the new facility will be constructed on 15.75 acres of CDA-owned land and will ensure hygienic, quality meat supply. The consultancy phase, set for 12 months, will explore public-private partnership models for execution.
The CDA continues to focus on improving Islamabad’s infrastructure and services through sustainable development plans. These projects represent a step forward in enhancing Islamabad’s status as a well-planned capital city.
