The Capital Development Authority (CDA) Board is set to review and approve draft regulations for recognized katchi abadis in Islamabad, in line with directions issued by the Supreme Court of Pakistan.
Interior and Narcotics Control Minister Senator Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi informed the National Assembly that the draft regulations have been prepared to provide a formal framework for managing these settlements. The proposals are now being submitted to the CDA Board for final approval.
According to the minister, a total of 10 katchi abadis were officially recognized in Islamabad between 1995 and 2004 for purposes of upgradation, rehabilitation, and relocation. Of these, seven recognized katchi abadis still exist at their original sites, while the remaining have been relocated or ceased to exist following earlier government decisions.
The draft regulations aim to guide the administration and management of recognized katchi abadis, ensuring a structured approach to settlement planning, development, and any potential relocations.
Officials stated that the Katchi Abadi Cell has not conducted any fresh survey of these settlements in recent years, and the current information is based on historical assessments and decisions taken between 1995 and 2004.
Once approved by the CDA Board, the regulations will formalize procedures for recognized katchi abadis in Islamabad, providing clarity for both residents and administrative authorities.
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