ISLAMABAD: Islamabad has taken a step towards modern urban living with the installation of its first modern pelican crossing on Constitution Avenue, in front of the Secretariat.
Officials said the signal-controlled crossing aims to improve pedestrian safety and help manage traffic in one of the busiest areas of the capital. The project has been launched to allow people to cross the road safely and in line with international standards.
Authorities believe the new crossing will help reduce accidents and make traffic flow smoother in the area.
The installation has drawn wide attention on social media. Many citizens welcomed the move and praised the government and the Capital Development Authority (CDA) for introducing modern infrastructure in the federal capital.
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Some users said the development shows visible change in the country and linked it to the PML-N government’s development agenda.
Islamabad’s first Pelican pedestrian crossings are now in place on Constitution Avenue, right in front of the Secretariat.
More such initiatives coming soon by @CDAthecapital pic.twitter.com/IDf3MZ7RGr— Muhammad Ali Randhawa (@RandhawaAli) December 23, 2025
The pelican crossing is part of a broader CDA plan focused on digitalisation and infrastructure upgrades, reflecting Islamabad’s vision to become a smart city.
At the same time, several citizens expressed surprise, with some commenting that the area “doesn’t look like Pakistan anymore.” Others asked when similar modern crossings would be installed in other sectors of Islamabad.
