Reviews Islamabad’s Security, Infrastructure Drive; Key Projects Fast-Tracked for Modern Capital Vision

ISLAMABAD: A high-level meeting chaired by Federal Secretary Interior Muhammad Khurram Agha was held at the CDA Headquarters to review measures aimed at strengthening law and order, enhancing security, and accelerating major development projects across the Federal Capital.
The meeting was attended by Chairman Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Chief Commissioner Islamabad Muhammad Ali Randhawa, Member Administration and Estate Talat Mehmood, Member Engineering Syed Nafasat Raza, Member Environment Esfandyar Baloch, along with other senior officials.
A comprehensive briefing was presented on ongoing initiatives to bolster Islamabad’s security framework and the progress of key infrastructure projects. It was highlighted that installation of entry-point gates at various locations has been completed, while work on security fencing around the capital is advancing at a rapid pace.
Secretary Interior Khurram Agha directed the CDA, in coordination with the ICT Administration and Islamabad Police, to ensure timely completion of all civil works related to security enhancements.
The meeting also reviewed multiple infrastructure projects aimed at modernizing Islamabad’s urban landscape and easing traffic congestion. Officials informed that the Kashmir Chowk Underpass Project is underway, which is expected to significantly improve traffic flow on major arteries of the city.
The Interior Secretary emphasized that a comprehensive beautification plan should accompany the project, including landscaping, eco-friendly plantation, and installation of fountains to enhance the capital’s aesthetic appeal.
Progress on 11th Avenue was also discussed, with officials noting that the road will connect Iran Avenue with Srinagar Highway and IJP Road, emerging as a key traffic corridor for Islamabad in the future.
Similarly, work on the Service Road East Project along the Islamabad Expressway is in progress. The 9.5-kilometer stretch from Faizabad to Gulberg is expected to reduce traffic burden and cater to future transportation needs.
The meeting further reviewed the project linking Margalla Avenue with Motorway M-1, which will provide a direct connection between National Highway (N-5) and Motorway (M-1). Spanning approximately 2.7 kilometers, groundwork for the project is set to commence soon as contractors are being mobilized.
In addition, the Ataturk Avenue Project was discussed, under which Agha Khan Road and Jinnah Avenue will be integrated through a modernized corridor. The project includes upgrading the avenue’s cross-section and developing high-quality cycling tracks to promote sustainable urban mobility.
Secretary Interior Khurram Agha directed that environmental safeguards remain a priority, instructing that Environmental Assessment Studies be conducted by Pak-EPA for all ongoing and upcoming projects.
Chairman CDA Muhammad Ali Randhawa reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to ensuring both quality and timely completion of all development works. He added that Assistant Commissioners, along with CDA project directors, have been tasked with strict monitoring to maintain progress and standards.
He emphasized that all available resources are being utilized to transform Islamabad into a modern, well-planned capital city aligned with international standard .