Road repairs, better parking, upgraded footpaths and market beautification are among the priorities as officials review projects at Jinnah Super, Kohsar Market, the Diplomatic Enclave and the National Police Academy.

ISLAMABAD, October 15, 2026: Capital Development Authority (CDA) Chairman Sohail Ashraf has reviewed ongoing development projects across Islamabad and directed officials to speed up work while maintaining construction quality and completing projects within their approved timelines.

The visit covered the National Police Academy, Diplomatic Enclave, Kohsar Market and Jinnah Super Market in F-7 Markaz. Senior officials briefed the chairman on progress, work completed so far and plans for further improvements.

Market upgrades focus on roads, footpaths and parking

At Kohsar Market and Jinnah Super Market, the authority is focusing on improving roads, repairing and upgrading footpaths, organising parking areas and enhancing the overall market environment.

The measures aim to make commercial areas easier to access for shoppers, business owners, pedestrians and other visitors. Better use of available parking spaces and improved road conditions are also intended to reduce traffic pressure around busy markets.

The upgrades are expected to improve the experience of people visiting these commercial centres while helping create cleaner, more organised and pedestrian-friendly public spaces.

National Police Academy and Diplomatic Enclave under review

The chairman also reviewed ongoing development work at the National Police Academy and infrastructure improvements in the Diplomatic Enclave.

Officials provided updates on the current status of the projects, activities underway and future implementation plans.

The chairman instructed the relevant departments to improve coordination and accelerate work wherever required. He stressed that development activities must follow approved designs, engineering specifications and quality standards.

CDA orders timely completion and strict quality control

Sohail Ashraf directed the concerned departments to maintain close coordination and promptly address any technical or administrative issues that could delay the projects.

He emphasised that work should be completed within the stipulated timeframes without compromising construction quality or workmanship.

Regular monitoring will continue to ensure that development activities progress according to approved standards and that improvements are delivered for public use without unnecessary delays.

Focus on a more accessible Islamabad

The ongoing initiatives form part of the wider effort to improve Islamabad’s commercial areas, public spaces and institutional facilities.

Better roads, properly maintained footpaths, organised parking and improved landscaping are intended to make the capital more convenient for residents and visitors.

The authority will continue monitoring the projects and coordinating with relevant departments to improve infrastructure, strengthen public access and maintain the capital’s urban environment.