Complete Overview of Gwadar Development Authority

IN THIS POST
– About Gwadar Development Authority
– Functions of GDA
– Development in Gwadar
– GDA Contact Details
– Where to Invest in Gwadar

The Gwadar Development Authority of Pakistan, also known as GDA, is a regulatory body working for the provision of municipal services in the rapidly-growing port city of Gwadar in Balochistan. It is a public and government sector corporation that oversees the development of infrastructure and other facilities in the coastal region that has become the focal point of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in Pakistan.

Since the sights of domestic and international investors are set on Gwadar, the role of GDA in the development and maintenance of the coastal region is more important than ever.

Here is everything you need to know about the Gwadar Development Authority in Pakistan.

About Gwadar Development Authority

Gwadar is considered a vital part of Pakistan’s future. It has been dubbed the next biggest business hub in South Asia with high-tech industries, wind-power and wind-power projects, free-trade zones, and the biggest international airport of Pakistan. The coastal region is also home to the largest deep seaport in the world, which has been leased to China.

When the development work started on the Gwadar Port in March 2002, the massive growth of the region was imminent. Therefore, the Gwadar Development Authority was established in October 2003 to both plan and regulate the development in the city. The Gwadar Town Planning Regulations were also adapted shortly after the establishment of GDA. The Gwadar Master Plan was also introduced, though, at the time, it only suggested the land use initially.

The development of internal road network, land zoning as well as the vision for the future of the port city were also finalized after the establishment of the Gwadar Development Authority. Along with regularizing the land in Gwadar, the GDA is also responsible for managing the public and private schemes being constructed in the city, implementing the Gwadar Smart Port City Master Plan.

Chief Minister Balochistan serves as the Chairman of the GDA governing body. He oversees the Director-General, who supervises the directors of the authority, including Director Town Planning, Director Environment, Director Administration, Director Finance and Account, Director Estate and Land Management, Secretary to Governing Body, Chief Engineer and the Controller Building. 

It is also important to mention that even though GDA is a government body, it does not devise the policy but solely monitors and manages the development in the coastal city of Gwadar. This is because all land in the fast-growing port city belongs to private owners. The role of the Gwadar Development Authority is that of a manager.

Functions of the Gwadar Development Authority 

Here are some of the main functions of GDA in Gwadar.

• The Gwadar Development Authority regulates the land use in the port city 
• It is responsible for the implementation of the Gwadar Master Plan
• The GDA monitors all of the public and private schemes in Gwadar till their completion, ensuring they are on schedule 
• The regulatory body issues No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to the public and private investors for their respective project after verifying the required documents
• The GDA is responsible for the provision of public facilities in the Gwadar Master Plan
• It manages the economic free zone that exists across Gwadar
• The authority oversees the supply of  the subsidized electricity to Gwadar
• The organization monitors and manages the five roads providing access to China, Afghanistan, and India along with all Central Asian countries
• It ensures sustainable environment-friendly growth in the coastal region 

Do you want to learn more about the rules and regulations of the Gwadar Development Authority? If so, the GDA Town Planning Regulation 2020 and GDA Buildings Regulation 2020 are available to download on the official website of Gwadar Development Authority.

Development in Gwadar

The development work in Gwadar is underway at a rapid pace under the supervision of the Gwadar Development Authority. 

The port city located in Balochistan, which is home to some of the most pristine beaches in Pakistan, is on its way to becoming one of the biggest commercial hubs in the world. Owing to its strategic location, the completion of the deep seaport will open trade routes between China and Central Asia. This makes Gwadar one of the most important parts of the CPEC. 

The Gwadar Free Trade Zone located just 7 kilometres from Gwadar Port has also drawn significant investment to the region. It has been designed along the lines of Special Economic Zones in China. The geographical location of the city, as well as the approved tax exemptions for the investors, have solidified the position of Gwadar as the main player in the business relationship between China and Pakistan. After all, the businesses that will be established in the Gwadar Free Trade Zone will enjoy tax benefits for the next 23 years.

In October 2019, the government of Balochistan also unveiled the Gwadar Master Plan 2050. The plan, which is available on the official GDA website, marks the residential, commercial and industrial zones separately in the city. It also focuses on transforming Gwadar into a smart green city with designated areas for green spaces, medical, education, sports and recreational facilities. 

For more information about Gwadar development projects, please take a look at our comprehensive guide on the topic.

Meanwhile, these are the total number of NOCs the Gwadar Development Authority has issued so far.

How to Contact Gwadar Development Authority 

Here the Gwadar Development Authority contact details.

GDA Head Office

Address: Governor House Road, Gwadar.

Director-General Phone Number: 086-9201004

Office Phone Number: 086-9201010, 086-9201011

E-mail: info@gda.gov.pk

GDA Camp Office

Address: Room No. 1 and 3, Ground Floor, Civil Secretariat, Block 14, Quetta.

Phone Number: 081-9204431

Where to Invest in Gwadar

The real estate market of Gwadar also appears to be flourishing. Many prominent builders and developers have established their housing schemes in the port city. Almost all of these GDA approved projects offer buyers an exquisite view of the Arabian Sea along with easy access to beautiful beaches.

Those looking to buy property in Gwadar must know that the area is still being developed and the infrastructure is being laid down. Some parts of the port city, such as the Marine Drive, are nearing completion while others are still in their nascent stages. That makes buying plots in Gwadar an ideal long-term investment opportunity.

Some of the top GDA approved projects include Canadian City Gwadar, Naval Anchorage Gwadar, and Gwadar Golf City among others. Meanwhile, several housing societies are currently awaiting NOC issuance in Gwadar.

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