Islamabad: Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Chief Commissioner Islamabad, Muhammad Ali Randhawa, has announced plans to introduce a permanent monitoring system to prevent the return of illegal encroachments across the city.
Speaking at a high-level meeting held at CDA headquarters, Randhawa said the anti-encroachment campaign — launched under the direction of Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi — aims to reclaim public land, restore green spaces, and preserve Islamabad’s master plan.
“Islamabad was built on a well-organized and thoughtfully designed framework. We are taking every possible measure to uphold that vision,” he said. “Illegal shops, structures, and other encroachments disrupt the city’s layout and public infrastructure — and these violations will not be tolerated.”
Randhawa stressed that recent operations had already cleared several unauthorized structures, with enforcement efforts continuing across the capital. He directed all relevant departments to take swift, indiscriminate action against encroachments, particularly those obstructing public pathways, water channels, and community green areas.
To prevent the re-emergence of these violations, Randhawa said the CDA would establish a continuous monitoring mechanism to identify and remove illegal structures before they become entrenched.
The CDA chairman also called on the public to participate in the campaign by reporting any unlawful construction, especially on drains and government land. “Citizens are key partners in keeping Islamabad clean, safe, and accessible. We urge them to cooperate with the CDA’s Building Control Department and Enforcement Directorate,” he added.
The meeting was attended by CDA officials, senior police officers, and administrative heads, who reviewed progress and reaffirmed their commitment to making Islamabad a well-maintained and encroachment-free city.
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