Key Takeaways
- The Capital Development Authority demolished four illegal shops in E-11 after heavy rainfall.
- Shopkeepers protested, claiming their belongings were damaged.
- The operation aimed to improve drainage and reduce water accumulation risks.
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has demolished four illegally constructed shops in E-11, Islamabad, following heavy rainfall that caused widespread water accumulation and flooding in the area.
The operation targeted illegal constructions and encroachments around a drainage channel, which the CDA stated were obstructing the natural flow of rainwater.
CDA teams used heavy machinery to remove the structures, while personnel from the Islamabad Police and the authority remained present at the site to ensure order.
The authority emphasized that the removal of the shops was aimed at improving drainage and reducing the risk of further water accumulation in the area.
Shopkeepers protested the operation, claiming that their belongings were removed and placed on the road. One shopkeeper questioned why the CDA only acted after the area was flooded, suggesting that the authority should have taken action earlier if the shops were deemed illegal.
The operation followed significant water accumulation in Sector E-11, with water entering houses and commercial areas, causing distress to residents and businesses.
The CDA stated that the illegal constructions were a hazard, contributing to the waterlogging issues, and that the removal of these structures was necessary for public safety and improved drainage.
The shopkeepers argue that the CDA should have acted proactively to prevent such incidents, highlighting the need for better urban planning and enforcement of building regulations.
