ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has approved a comprehensive urban regeneration plan aimed at upgrading recognised kachi abadis across the Islamabad Capital Territory. The decision was taken during a CDA Board meeting chaired by Chairman and Chief Commissioner Islamabad Muhammad Ali Randhawa.
The approved framework introduces new regulations focused on the regularisation, improvement, and possible relocation of informal settlements under an organised urban development strategy. The initiative is intended to integrate recognised kachi abadis into Islamabad’s formal planning system while improving living conditions for residents.
Under the plan, only individuals verified as residents through official surveys conducted up to December 31, 2002, will be eligible to benefit from the programme. The CDA Planning Wing will carry out fresh surveys of the settlements to prepare updated layout plans and development proposals.
The regeneration process will include infrastructure upgrades and the provision of essential municipal services. Planned improvements cover road and street development, rehabilitation works, and measures aimed at enhancing access to basic urban facilities within these communities.
Officials stated that the initiative aligns with legal provisions under the CDA Ordinance 1960 and follows directives issued by the Supreme Court to regulate informal housing areas through structured planning measures.
The approved measures form part of broader efforts to promote planned urban growth and improve civic infrastructure across Islamabad while addressing long-standing issues related to informal settlements.
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