ISLAMABAD – The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has greenlit several major infrastructure projects, including metro bus expansion, improved revenue recovery, and housing for female officers.
During its latest board meeting, chaired by CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa, the authority approved reductions in industrial plot rates, land use conversion fees, and plot amalgamation charges. Additionally, farmhouses will now be charged residential rates instead of industrial rates.
The CDA also announced plans to enhance the Machinery Pool Organisation (MPO) Directorate, ensuring modern road construction equipment and materials are available for city development. The MPO will now participate in public and private bidding to generate revenue for future projects.
Other key decisions included:
- Consultant hiring for female residential facilities in Sector H-8.
- Extension of the Islamabad Metro Bus project from Peshawar Morr to New Islamabad International Airport.
- Approval of revised budget estimates for the 2024-25 financial year.
- Appointment of a Director General Recovery to strengthen revenue collection and oversee outstanding dues.
Chairman Randhawa emphasized that CDA is committed to transforming Islamabad into a model city, ensuring rapid progress on residential, transportation, and recreational projects.
