ISLAMABAD – On the orders of Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, authorities have launched a major operation against illegal constructions and land encroachments in Saidpur Model Village.
So far, more than 200 unlawful structures have been demolished, while 191 kanals of National Park land have been reclaimed from land grabbers. Several buildings occupied for years without paying rent were also vacated. The operation is targeting all unauthorized constructions made on 360 kanals of land since 2005.
Interior Minister Naqvi personally visited Saidpur Village to review the anti-encroachment drive, along with the ongoing renovation and beautification projects. He directed Capital Development Authority (CDA) and District Municipal Administration (DMA) officials to take strict action against illegal structures without any discrimination. He also ordered that the recovered properties be auctioned in a transparent manner.
Praising CDA’s role in the drive, Naqvi said removing illegal buildings around Saidpur is a top priority. He announced that famous restaurants from Karachi and Lahore would soon be opened in the village to boost its attraction for visitors.
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“The revival of Saidpur will enhance Islamabad’s beauty and give citizens a new recreational spot,” he said.
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The minister added that all resources would be used to turn Saidpur into an international-standard tourist and commercial hub with modern facilities. He also directed CDA and DMA officials to ensure proper cleanliness in the area.
During the visit, CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa briefed the minister that satellite images were being used to trace illegal constructions raised after 2005. He also said the green core area of Saidpur Village was being restored.
Senior CDA officials, the Additional Deputy Commissioner General (ADCG), SSP Operations, and other concerned officers were also present during the visit.
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