Update (October 21, 2019): As per the latest updates, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) will open a portion of the dualized Ataturk Avenue from Khayaban-i-Suharwardi to Nadra Chowk on October 21, 2019. This is a test-run before the remaining portion of the avenue will be opened.
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Islamabad has a huge network of roads. With the increase in population, the robust infrastructure of the capital city also needs constant upgrades. That is why CDA and other authorities are constantly working on updating the city’s infrastructure to meet the ever-growing demands of its residents. As such Ataturk Avenue, a dual-track road, which begins from Khyaban-e-Suharwardy and ends at NADRA Chowk, will be opened for traffic soon. What is the latest news in this regard? How will this benefit residents and commuters in Islamabad? What is the tentative date for the opening of Ataturk Avenue to traffic? Let us find out all about this most important thoroughfare in the capital city.
Dualization of Ataturk Avenue
Ataturk Avenue, also known as the Embassy Road, is one of the busiest roads in Islamabad and also one of the most important arteries in the capital city. It not only provides access to Diplomatic Enclave and Pak Secretariat but also to the Parliament House and the Red Zone area. There is heavy traffic flow as most office-goers travel by this road on a daily basis. The increased traffic especially during peak hours creates congestion and grid-lock like situation on the roads. To maintain an uninterrupted flow on this most widely used artery in the capital city, the dualization of Ataturk Avenue is almost complete and the road will be opened up for traffic soon.
More details about the dual track Ataturk Avenue
The Embassy Road would be dualized from Khayaban-e-Suharwardy to Khayaban-e-Margalla, i.e. Ayub Chowk. The width of the avenue on both sides would be 24 feet having two lanes on each side. A bridge and two box culverts will be constructed on the 2.68 km long Ataturk Avenue. An elaborate system for sewerage would also be constructed. In order to facilitate people in their journey, signboards and lane marking would also be completed on the avenue.
Making commute easy for residents of Islamabad
Ataturk Avenue is one of the major arteries of the capital city where important housing societies are located such as G-6 and F-6, which are densely-populated areas. During peak hours, people often have to endure traffic choke points. In order to maintain uninterrupted traffic flow on the road, the dual-track of Ataturk Avenue was suggested in the federal capital.
According to a news report published in a local English daily in May, Chairman CDA Amer Ali Ahmed, along with senior officers of the Directorate of Roads, “had instructed to introduce traffic management solutions at the State Bank intersection” on Ataturk Avenue.
In addition, to speed up the process, the relevant departments have been directed to complete the pending work on Ataturk Avenue and open it up for traffic. The carpeting of the road and the black-tar topping of the avenue is remaining after which the road will be opened for the public.
Areas in Islamabad which will benefit the most with the upgrade of Ataturk Avenue
F-5 Islamabad
One of the poshest localities in the capital city, F-5 has many government offices. People prefer living here because of its central location and access to Ataturk Avenue which connects with some of the most important buildings in Islamabad. F-5/1 and F-5/2 both connect with Ataturk Avenue. When Ataturk Avenue opens up for public, it will boost the real estate sector in the adjoining areas.
F-6 Islamabad
An important area in Islamabad, F-6 has many embassies in Islamabad – Embassy of Sweden, Embassy of Belarus and Embassy of Hungary. There are schools, restaurants and offices within the area, all of which attracts investors. You can buy a house in F-6 in between PKR 4.5 crore to PKR 85 crore.
Ataturk Avenue passes through F-6/3 where you can get a ready-to-move-in house anywhere between PKR 17 crore to PKR 95 crore. A house in F-6/4 will cost you PKR 11 crore to PKR 15 crore. There are many houses available on rent in Sector F-6 of Islamabad. You will get a rented house in F-6 in PKR 7.5 thousand to as high as PKR 4.5 lakh a month.
G-6 Islamabad
Ataturk Avenue passes through G-6/3 and G-6/4 which are some of the most popular localities of the capital city. It is a well-planned area having many schools and important offices. There are a few embassies of Islamabad located on Ataturk Avenue such as Embassy of Azerbaijan, Embassy of Jordan and Afghanistan Embassy Islamabad. People living in G-6/3 will get the most benefit once the dual-track Ataturk Avenue is open for the public.
This recent development will also attract investors to buy property in these areas. If you are looking to invest in G-6 area then take a look at the property prices. There are many ready-to-move-in houses available for sale in G-6/3 on Ataturk Avenue in Islamabad. You can buy a 2 kanal house for PKR 13 crore. A 4 kanal house can be bought for PKR 30 crore. A house in G-6/4 is up for sale at a price starting from PKR 6.5 crore and going as high as PKR 13.7 crore.
So, these were the latest updates on dualization of Ataturk Avenue in Islamabad. If you are looking to invest in 5 marla plots under PKR 60 lakh in Islamabad, then subscribe to the best property blog in Pakistan.
Islamabad is also working towards implementing a smart traffic management solution, which will solve major traffic problems in the city. CDA’s route planner app is also in the pipeline, which will help people find the quickest route to their destination. If you find this interesting, don’t forget to share your views with us at blog@zameen.com.
