Islamabad: The Pakistan Housing Authority Foundation (PHAF) is expediting the completion of its ongoing housing projects across the country through a renewed focus on transparency, modern construction methods, and administrative reforms.
Speaking to the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP), PHAF Chief Executive Officer Muhammad Shahid Hussain said that adopting prefabricated construction technology has become essential for addressing Pakistan’s growing housing needs in a sustainable and cost-effective way.
He noted that the country’s reliance on traditional construction materials such as bricks, steel, and cement can no longer keep pace with rising demand. “The modern world has shifted towards prefabricated structures that offer faster, cheaper, and higher-quality housing solutions. If we follow this model, we can complete projects on a fast-track basis and reduce costs by up to 30%,” he explained.
The CEO added that PHAF is fully utilizing its resources to ensure timely completion and delivery of housing projects. “Our top priority is to complete public welfare projects with transparency and quality. To achieve this, we have introduced reforms at financial, administrative, and technical levels,” he said.
Updating on the authority’s projects, Shahid Hussain said that longstanding issues related to the Kuri Road project, graveyard, and parks in Islamabad have been resolved, while the grey structure of all blocks in Sector I-12 is now 95% complete. He added that lifts for these apartments have begun to arrive, and once the Capital Development Authority (CDA) completes supporting infrastructure such as roads, electricity, and gas connections, possession will be offered to allottees.
He further said that possession in Sector I-16 began two years ago after the payment of additional costs, and nearly all allottees have now been handed over their units. Issues with contractors in the Kuchlak housing project have also been settled, with remaining matters expected to be resolved soon.
Discussing developments in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the CEO shared that the long-delayed PHAF Peshawar Residencia project—initially launched in 2019—has now moved into the construction phase. “We coordinated with the KP government and the Commissioner’s office to finalize the design and agreements, and on-ground work is now progressing,” he said.
The CEO added that PHAF is also preparing new housing projects in Gilgit-Baltistan, while in Islamabad, the authority stands ready to launch mega housing schemes once the CDA provides land and basic facilities.
Highlighting the adoption of digital tools, Shahid Hussain said the foundation has introduced online payment and digital record management systems, which have enhanced transparency and eliminated instances of unintentional plot cancellations.
He emphasized his commitment to personally reviewing on-ground progress and ensuring timely implementation. “My greatest satisfaction comes when people’s problems are resolved, and we successfully deliver on our commitments. Public satisfaction is our true success,” he concluded.
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