ISLAMABAD: Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA), Chief Commissioner, and DG Civil Defence Muhammad Ali Randhawa chaired the 75th meeting of the CDA Development Working Party.
As per the details, the meeting approved key steps to improve Islamabad’s tourism and recreational facilities. These include hiring consultants to prepare feasibility studies and detailed designs for a modern theme park, an international-standard Ferris wheel, and a cable car system showcasing scenic views around Islamabad. PC-II approval was given for these studies.
Once the feasibility reports are completed within six months, transaction advisors will be hired to ensure timely completion of the projects. Randhawa stressed the importance of promoting Islamabad as a top tourist destination.
These projects show CDA’s commitment to providing quality entertainment along with meeting basic civic needs. After the consultants complete their studies, transaction advisors will oversee implementation as per international standards.
Meanwhile, Kazakh Ambassador Yerzhan Kistafin met Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa. They discussed mutual interests, development, beautification of Islamabad, and plantation of eco-friendly trees.
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The Kazakh ambassador proposed naming a road in Astana after Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, and naming a road in Islamabad after Kazakhstan’s national poet Abai Qunanbai. The inauguration ceremony for these names will be held during the visit of Kazakhstan’s President to Pakistan later this year.
The ambassador assured full support in CDA projects, and both sides agreed to appoint focal persons for better coordination.
Separately, following Randhawa’s instructions, CDA has established a daycare centre at its headquarters.
The CDA Daycare Centre is equipped with modern play items and educational resources. It was inaugurated by Member Admin in the presence of Talat Mehmood and DG Admin Amber Gilani. Randhawa said this centre is an important facility, especially for working parents and female employees.
