Islamabad’s DHA Valley has been the subject of many controversies for a while now. The project, which is a joint venture between Bahria Town and Defence Housing Authority (DHA), has faced delays due to several issues, including litigation, slow pace of development work and the fact that a large chunk of land bought for the project is in the line of fire because of the Dadhocha Dam.
The Dadhocha Dam factor
Dadhocha Dam is one of three dams that were proposed some years ago to serve as water reservoirs for Rawalpindi and Islamabad. According to a news report, the development of Dadhocha Dam, along with the other two dams, has been deferred due to a shortage of funds. Moreover, the development cost of these dams has increased significantly over the years, which is why funds for the projects cannot be made available for at least the next two year.
The news is indeed bad for the twin cities, which currently suffer from water shortage. Moreover, this deferment doesn’t help DHA Valley in any way. Even if the Dadhocha Dam project is cancelled, it cannot fix other litigation issues in the valley, nor will it expedite the pace of ongoing development work. It might only help Bahria Town accommodate more people, but certainly not all of them.
Readjustment
In 2015, Bahria Town attempted to adjust some file owners from DHA Valley to Bahria Town Phase 8 in Rawalpindi and Bahria Town Karachi. According to my sources, the response to this offer wasn’t very encouraging. However, some people did apply for relocation only to end up not hearing anything back from Bahria Town.
As we know that over 70,000 plot files were sold for DHA Valley, but when we look at the current status of development, it becomes evident that the project can only accommodate around 30% of the file owners at the moment. I am compelled to think that the developer will need to offer alternate plots to a decent number of DHA Valley file owners.
Some folks also believe that a few blocks of DHA Valley might be relocated. I don’t think that should bother anyone as long as the project is actually delivered. Those affected by DHA Valley will also appreciate it if DHA steps up and offers file owners to merge their files or relocate their plots within DHA Islamabad. It’s also important to mention that DHA Valley file holders that I have spoken to in the past have not shown much interest in alternate plots that Bahria Town has offered in other cities.
Development status
The absence of a direct access road to DHA Valley has kept the pace of development work slow for a very long time but Bahria Town has fixed the issue by arranging for an entrance from the Kallar Syedan Road. A 120-feet wide road from here snakes through DHA Valley; it has so far reached Magnolia block, while work is in process on the path that runs parallel to Sunflower, and goes all the way up to Bluebell.
Development work in Magnolia and Lilly is almost 100% complete. Bluebell is also developed largely. While construction work on about 350 DHA Homes is underway. According to the information shared with me by DHA Valley, possession of DHA Homes will be offered in two phases.
In the first phase, possession of about 1,100 homes will be granted. Construction of these 350 homes can be completed by the end of the year. It is also rumoured in the market that possession of DHA Homes will be offered in two months, which doesn’t appear to be a serious commitment.
Is there any hope?
Even though DHA Valley file holders are worried about the delays, information has remained scarce and they suffer because of a lack of updates. Bahria Town needs to make a better effort to keep people informed. Given that there are around 70,000 people stuck with files, it makes no sense that the developer makes little effort to disseminate updates and information – especially when some of them are positive.
My sources have reported that development work in the area has been ongoing at a good pace. I personally believe that a little bit of marketing from Bahria Town’s end can change a lot for DHA Valley; after all, it is the cheapest project one can find in both Rawalpindi and Islamabad. With some serious efforts towards development and its appropriate marketing, property rates here should go up.
Here are some of the latest pictures from the project:
Development work in progress in Bluebell Block, where electric poles for street lights have been installed. The road structure in Bluebell is 80% complete: 
Mud track between Bluebell and Magnolia, which passes through Rose and Tulip blocks: 
Status of development work in Magnolia: 
Newly built road from Oleander to Magnolia: 
Construction work on a bridge on Oleander Avenue: 
Latest images from Daffodil: 
Under-constructed houses in Oleander Block: 
Note: Some of the information quoted in this article is sourced from Urban Consultant CEO Shahbaz Mukhtar. If you seek more details about the project, get in touch with him at +92-300-203-0700.
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Thanks Samara Zulfeqar for providing free services about DHA Valley development.
What date and year do you expect for possession start , Block wise, Blue Bell, Sunflower, etc
Jamil
I happened to buy 8 Marla plot in the DHA Valley Oleander Blk. Your info has given some hope. I would like to sell if profitable.
Thank u very much for update, stay blessed.
Thanks for the update,looks like 100 years plan.
THANK YOU SO MUCH, MISS. WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT AND HELP. REALLY THANKFUL TO YOU.
بہت شکریہ میڈم۔۔
کم ازکم آپ کے آرٹیکل کی وجہ سے ویلی متاثرین کا مسئلہ ری پبلش ہوا۔۔۔
sick of these lies
Thank you very much for the information shared by you. But all what we have seen in past none of them become true. However, kindly share with us the actual updated status block/sector wise.
Thanks.
Why your article does not have any information about “Bogenvilla” ?
What is the status of Bogan Vellia?
Yes would like to know about BoganVille
Usually this block is LEFT out i dont know why
Thanks for the information. Kindly let us know expected dates for handing over any of the valley blocks.when they are going to give possession letters.
thanks.
Husnul Maab
Thanks for updating
At lest we hear something about valley
I am waiting an answer for iris block.plz an honest advice
Yes, please update about Overseas block Bogenvilla.
AY
Would like to know about BOGANville DETAILS
WHy blame Bahria Town? We bought the plots in the name of DHA. Didnt know what these crooks were up to. It will be 10 years soon and no-sign of handover. And then these crooks blame the politicians. With over 70000 plots can there be a bigger scam?
I think 70000 members should make a forum and organize a rally or sit in in front of malik Riaz’s home/ DHA office to demand from him either alternative plots in another loation of money back with markup for 10 years. Needs leader ship though. I would have volunteered if i was in teh country. Even if 15% of the 70000 can attend a demonstration, i dont think Malik Riaz can afford negative publicity and wil have to budge sooner or later
I agree with you, we have to do more to get our rights as a client of Malik Riaz.
need your expert opinion – should we invest in DHA VALLEY further as it is the cheapest project in Islamabad. What is the future expectations? Currently plot of 8 marla is offered at less than the actual price
Thank you
SHOULD WE INVEST FURHTER? KINDLY GIVE YOUR EXPERT OPINION.
THANK YOU
Hi Thanks Samra,
Finally some hope.
I am stuck with 8 marla plot in Bluebell. Any idea when some offical news/inauguration will be publicized.
An update about Daisy it is always hard to find anything about that block?
I really like to read updates from you and I trust the content and your intent.
Very nice effort.
An update about Daisy it is always hard to find anything about that block?
I really like to read updates from you and I trust the content and your intent.
I will anxiously wait for your comments
Assalamualaikum
Can you arrange an interview with any one responsible from (DHA or BAHARIA) & publish their program about this dying Horse.
thanks
Thanks Samra, can we expect some good news by the end of 2017 ?
This is Pakistan and Bahria town and malik riaz r not exception. So sit back stay calm and see if you are lucky enough to get the plot before ur funeral.
should i invest in cheap plot files of gloxinia block or should i go for awami villa 3 in phase 8 ??
pl give us possession of our plot in bluebell.can u give in our life or infront of ALLAH u will give .That time no excuse.
pl give us possession of our plot or u want to give infront of ALLAH.Because too much long time .Why u did not see complication if ui give possession.now u make house on our plot,because long time ,after taking money u forgot.this msg 4 responsible persons.If u little fear of Allah.
Please give possession of Block Marrigold Development
thanks for your kind information madam,but what is the truthful future of the project?does it beneficial to sell a plot at this stage and please inform what are the recent rates for 5 and 8 marla plots?
thanks for your kind information.please inform recent rates for 5 and 8 marla plots and developments.
Pls, tell me about Glaxonia in dha vally , what will it effect if Daducha dam bulid , Thanks for up date, Miss Samera,stay in Allah’ s blessing . Ameen.
Parveen
No, this block will be not be disturbed despite which site the authorities finalise for dam. But the block cannot perform better on its own; the entire project has to be delivered in order to benefit any particular block.
Thanks for information , pls inform me about glaxonia block in dha velly, what will effect in case dudacha dam will bulid ,?
shahnaz mian
Ms. Samra its a nice blog but you didn’t gave any update since April 2017 more than 1.5 years gone. Any positive news or any development worth sharing. I heard about the re-ballot…how will it benefit me (any one) as i have a plot in Lilly with 11 Paid corner? I bought it around 4 years ago from some one and have no surcharge etc. I heard if in re-ballot my name comes up and the thing is IF as they have some criteria (not every one will be included). Can my plot be shifted to another sector or it can be changed from corner to non corner etc.? Is it true that re-ballot is expected in DEC 2018? what will happen after re-ballot?
Your answer will definitely help many