Land worth billions of rupees has been retrieved, clearing a major hurdle for the long-delayed residential sector’s development.

ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has recovered more than 1,000 kanals of land in Islamabad’s Sector E-12 after more than four decades, describing the development as a major breakthrough for the long-delayed residential sector.

According to the CDA, the recovered land is worth billions of rupees and represents a significant public asset. Its retrieval has removed a major obstacle that had affected the planned development of E-12.

The authority said development activities in the sector have now been accelerated following the recovery of the land. Infrastructure and civic works are being carried out under the approved planning framework to support the future development of the residential sector.

More than 1,000 kanals recovered

The CDA said the recovery operation was achieved through coordinated efforts involving multiple departments of the authority, the Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad, Islamabad district administration, Islamabad Police and concerned assistant commissioners.

CDA formations including Estate, Planning, Building, Environment, Administration and Finance, along with enforcement teams, contributed to the process, according to the authority.

The recovery marks a significant step in addressing longstanding issues surrounding the sector and restoring valuable land for its planned purpose.

Development work accelerated in E-12

Following the land recovery, the CDA says development work has been placed on an accelerated track.

The authority is undertaking infrastructure and civic development works aimed at providing modern roads, essential municipal infrastructure and improved civic facilities for future residents.

The CDA said the objective is to accelerate the completion and development of Sector E-12 in the coming months.

The development comes after a prolonged delay in the sector, which was launched by the CDA in 1989. Recent CDA updates had identified land clearance and unauthorized occupation as major impediments to development.

CDA aims to restore planned development

The authority said the recovery demonstrates its commitment to protecting public land, resolving longstanding issues and ensuring that valuable land is used according to Islamabad’s approved Master Plan.

The CDA also said citizens and stakeholders have welcomed the recovery and the subsequent start of accelerated development activities in E-12.

The latest development could mark an important turning point for Sector E-12, particularly for residents and allottees who have waited for the sector’s planned development for decades.

The CDA has said it will continue efforts to remove obstacles to planned development and accelerate infrastructure projects across Islamabad.