ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has retrieved 42 kanals of state land during an operation near the Diplomatic Enclave. According to a CDA spokesperson, the authority is carrying out a major crackdown on illegal constructions and encroachments across Islamabad.
The operation in the area adjoining the Diplomatic Enclave was led by Deputy Director-General Enforcement, Dr. Anam Fatima. Officials said the action targeted the land mafia and illegal occupants, and 42 kanals of state land were recovered without any resistance.
The CDA confirmed that all legal procedures were followed, and prior notices were issued before the operation. The Enforcement Directorate conducted the action with the help of the district administration and Islamabad Police.
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Modern satellite imagery provided by SUPARCO was used to locate illegal structures. Officials said SUPARCO’s advanced images are helping the CDA detect encroachments and unauthorized constructions in a timely manner.
Heavy machinery was used to demolish illegal structures during the operation. The CDA administration said that action against encroachments will continue in the coming days.
CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa said the authority is committed to eliminating illegal constructions and encroachments. He directed officials to take long-term steps to protect the recovered land from future occupation.
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He said removing encroachments is crucial for maintaining Islamabad’s beauty and ensuring proper urban planning. The chairman reiterated a zero-tolerance policy against illegal construction, encroachments, and land grabbers, adding that the goal is to make Islamabad one of the most well-planned capitals in the world.
The CDA has urged citizens to cooperate with the anti-encroachment campaign and report any illegal occupation to the authorities immediately.
