Key Takeaways
- The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is shifting around 200 graves in Sohan Cemetery.
- A new link road from Sohan to Gulberg Green will be constructed, affecting the graveyard.
- Families are being asked to identify their relatives' graves for timely relocation.
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has informed residents that approximately 200 graves in Sohan Cemetery will be affected by a new road project in Islamabad. The project, which involves constructing a link road from Sohan to Gulberg Green, is located parallel to the Islamabad Expressway.
According to CDA officials, the planned route passes through part of the Sohan graveyard, necessitating the relocation of nearly 200 graves before the completion of the road work. The authority has requested that affected families immediately identify the graves of their relatives in order to facilitate a smooth and timely relocation process without delays.
The CDA has already begun shifting graves identified by legal heirs, but officials are proceeding only after receiving consent from concerned families. In cases where families refuse to cooperate, the authority will proceed according to legal requirements and instructions issued by senior authorities, as stated in their official communication.
To support affected families during this process, the CDA is providing ambulance services, assistance with preparing new graves, and other necessary facilities required for relocation. However, a formal policy or standard operating procedures have not yet been announced for such situations.
The CDA has emphasized that timely identification of graves by legal heirs will help in completing the relocation process without unnecessary delays. Officials are urging families to come forward promptly to avoid any disruptions during the project timeline.
While the project is expected to benefit Islamabad residents through improved connectivity, it also highlights the challenges faced when infrastructure development intersects with historical and cultural sites such as cemeteries.
