ISLAMABAD, NOV 20 /DNA/ – Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Muhammad Ali Randhawa, chaired a meeting to review progress on various ongoing initiatives aimed at enhancing Islamabad’s infrastructure, services, and urban development. The CDA Members along with relevant senior officers attended the session.
During the meeting, Chairman CDA received a detailed briefing on integrated solid waste management for the capital city. It was highlighted that the study on solid waste management has been thoroughly reviewed, and bidding documents for outsourcing the services are finalized and undergoing review. The incorporation of a specialized solid waste management company with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) is actively being pursued.
The meeting was also briefed about the way forward for unsolicited proposals received by CDA. The preliminary assessments of unsolicited proposals for waste management were also discussed. The Chairman directed further evaluation of these proposals to ensure viability and efficiency of the proposals received so far.
The meeting also discussed best possible options for utilizing hotel plots in Islamabad. It was noted that two luxury hotel plots have already been offered for international auction by 17th December, 2024 targeting overseas Pakistanis and companies.
Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa was also briefed on IT initiatives to digitize and modernize the city’s infrastructure. The recently introduced digital parking system is one of many measures aimed at enhancing service delivery for Islamabad’s residents through advanced technological solutions.
The meeting focused projects specifically designed for overseas Pakistanis, offering lucrative investment opportunities in Islamabad’s thriving real estate sector. These projects aim to attract investments and foster economic growth while providing a platform for overseas Pakistanis to contribute to their homeland’s development.
Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa emphasized the importance of transparency, innovation, and citizen-centric planning and efficient public service delivery in all CDA initiatives. He reaffirmed CDA’s commitment to making Islamabad a model city by implementing sustainable, forward-looking, and inclusive development initiatives and projects.
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