Islamabad: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) announced the implementation of a large-scale operation against encroachments in the city, as detailed in a press release issued on October 12.
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As part of this anti-encroachment initiative, the authority is removing unauthorized structures without discrimination. In line with this objective, the Enforcement Directorate of CDA carried out a significant operation targeting illegally constructed structures, including animal sheds, in Sector I-12/2 and I-12/3. This operation was executed in collaboration with other departments and heavy machinery. It was emphasized that these encroachments had been impeding ongoing development work in the sector. The operation reclaimed approximately 300 kanals of land and transferred it to the sector development authorities to expedite development projects.
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Furthermore, the same operation was extended to Rawal Town’s parking spaces and streets. Street stalls in Sector F-7 Markaz were also removed to address parking issues in the area. In addition, several dozen structures were sealed in G T Road Zone II for non-compliance with building bylaws.