Key Takeaways
- The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has approved a Rs. 24.5 billion project for 11th Avenue in Islamabad.
- Three new sports arenas in F-8, D-12, and G-11 will be constructed, with a total budget of Rs. 951 million.
- The projects are expected to be completed within one year after construction begins.
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has given the green light to several significant infrastructure projects in Islamabad, including a major road project and the construction of new sports facilities.
The 11th Avenue project, valued at Rs. 24.5 billion, is set to connect Margalla Avenue with IJP Road, spanning 7.5 kilometers. The road will feature three lanes on each side and is expected to be completed within a year of construction starting.
According to officials from the CDA’s engineering wing, the project will also include approximately 17 bridges and overpasses. The avenue will start from IJP Road and pass between I-10 and I-11, G-10, G-11, F-10, and F-11 before reaching the E-11 interchange. The section between E-11 and D-12 has already been completed and is known as Iran Avenue.
In addition to the road project, the CDA has approved nearly Rs. 1 billion for the construction of three new sports arenas in different parts of the capital. The F-8 Markaz sports arena will cost Rs. 307 million, while Rs. 327 million has been allocated for the D-12/1 facility, and Rs. 317 million for the proposed arena in G-11/3.
The sports arenas will include a variety of facilities such as swimming pools, indoor gyms, futsal courts, cricket cages, padel courts, basketball courts, multi-sports halls, and indoor play areas for children. These facilities are expected to be completed within one year after work begins.
A CDA official stated that the arenas are necessary due to the current scattered distribution of sports facilities in Islamabad, which limits access to quality indoor facilities. The official added that the projects will bring several modern sports facilities together at single locations, providing opportunities for healthy activities, family recreation, and youth coaching.
The approval of these projects is seen as a significant step towards improving the infrastructure and recreational facilities in Islamabad. The CDA’s focus on both road and sports infrastructure highlights the government’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life for residents.
The projects are expected to benefit a wide range of users, from professional athletes to families and children, offering a variety of sports and recreational activities in one convenient location. The completion of these projects is anticipated to significantly improve the urban landscape and quality of life in the capital city.
