Key Takeaways
- The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has begun clearing 377 illegal structures along Islamabad Expressway East.
- The operation targets commercial structures and land-use violations, with recoverable charges of around Rs. 3 billion.
- Demolition work has started on 124 structures between Soan and Khanna Pull.
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has initiated a major operation to clear 377 illegal structures along Islamabad Expressway East, targeting commercial activities and land-use violations.
The operation, conducted by the CDA’s Building Control Section in coordination with the Enforcement Directorate and district administration, aims to address unauthorized construction and commercial activities.
According to the CDA, 377 structures have been identified for action, including 281 commercial structures. More than 140 structures have already been proceeded against along the stretch from Soan Dehati through Iqbal Town, Khanna Pull, and Koral Bridge toward Koral and Gulberg Greens.
The CDA has identified 124 structures between Soan and Khanna Pull for demolition, with demolition work already underway. The remaining structures are being monitored for rectification of violations and regularization of legal requirements.
The authority has stated that sealed premises will remain closed until violations are rectified and all legal and regularization requirements are completed with approval from the competent authority.
The operation is expected to recover around Rs. 3 billion in land-conversion charges and penalties linked to unauthorized construction, setback violations, floor area ratio breaches, and covered-area violations.
The CDA has emphasized the importance of adhering to building control regulations and ensuring the safety and integrity of the Islamabad Expressway East.
Local residents and businesses along the expressway are being informed about the operation and are encouraged to cooperate with the CDA to ensure the smooth progress of the clearance process.
