Key Takeaways
- The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has ordered the demolition of illegal constructions in Islamabad.
- The directive includes unauthorized occupants and structures built without approval.
- The operation will involve the Enforcement Directorate, police, and other relevant agencies.
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has issued a directive ordering the removal of illegal constructions and unauthorized occupants from its water supply installations across Islamabad. The directive, issued on September 9, targets structures built without approval and those that have been expanded beyond the originally approved layouts.
According to the directive, Deputy Directors are tasked with clearing the CDA's land of unauthorized occupants and demolishing structures that were built without approval. The operation will be conducted in collaboration with the Enforcement Directorate, police, and other relevant agencies.
The CDA has also found that some occupants were using electricity and gas without separate meters. The authority has directed that every allotted quarter must have separate utility connections, with bills paid by the occupants.
Officials have been given 25 days to complete the operation and submit compliance reports. The CDA has warned of disciplinary action against officials who fail to implement the orders.
The directive covers a wide range of water supply installations, including water works, sumps, tube wells, and overhead and underground water tanks. The CDA has identified additional rooms and quarters that were built without approval and went beyond the layouts originally approved by the authority.
The operation aims to ensure the proper functioning and maintenance of the CDA's water supply installations. The CDA has emphasized the importance of compliance with its directives to maintain the integrity of its infrastructure.
The CDA has stated that the operation will be conducted with the utmost caution and respect for the rights of the occupants. However, those who fail to comply with the directive will face disciplinary action.
The directive is part of the CDA's ongoing efforts to maintain and improve the infrastructure in Islamabad. The authority has emphasized the need for strict adherence to its regulations to ensure the safety and efficiency of its water supply systems.
