
High Stakes for CDA Mega Projects Tied, As Islamabad’s development plans pick up speed, authorities ordered the CDA to construct massive projects. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has urged the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to speed up construction on two important projects. It is currently a top priority to build a new conference centre. In the meantime, work on the proposed cricket stadium is being accelerated by the CDA. Both initiatives would enhance the city’s infrastructure and get it ready to host significant international gatherings.
The interior minister examined ongoing initiatives during that meeting. He cited authorities who stated that CDA has already received sixteen design concepts for the Islamabad meeting facility. The authorities will then be able to issue the tenders after the jury has chosen the winning design.
Builders will construct the JNC building next to the current Jinnah Convention Centre. The previous administration tried to privatise the old plant multiple times but failed. The government will now build a brand-new venue for the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The 2027 event preparations will be aided by this effort. Meanwhile, planners will guarantee the centre fulfils international requirements. Minister Naqvi has instructed the CDA to start construction ahead of schedule, according to the article. Throughout the process, he wants the authority to continue making steady progress. Officials will complete the project before the summit.
The CDA was instructed by the government to construct a cricket stadium on 25 acres the same day. They picked the region adjacent Sector D-12 and Shah Allah Ditta for the project. Officials will now start the site’s initial planning. Although they anticipate the PCB taking over, officials did not address the financial issue. Authorities also made the same offer in 2023. But at the time, the CDA suggested using PCB land. Officials proposed that place for moving Chinese schools.
According to organisers, a new stadium design that was flown out from Dubai could accommodate 30,000 people. The stadium has the potential to develop into a magnificent venue for international games due to its attractive location at the foot of the Margalla Hills.
Remember that the Supreme Court prevented CDA and PCB from building a stadium in Shakarparian at all costs in 2018. The court concluded that it was, in reality, part of the Margalla Hills National Park.
Naqvi has directed project directors to be posted on all plots under significant development projects in the city in order to avoid lengthy wait times. A CDA official applauded the action and asked that the long-awaited promotions for CDA engineers be settled.
A proposal to revive the Gandhara Club was also approved upon by the gathering attendees. The facility will incorporate new sports and entertainment services such Top Golf and Go-Karting. The minister stated that both locals and tourists would benefit from the modern club, which will have superior amenities than any other club in Islamabad.
Other plans, like as the extension of Margalla Road, were also discussed at the conference. Islamabad prepares for a major upheaval. New convention centre, international-grade cricket stadium and updated recreational places, not too far in the future, Islamabad will evolve into a more contemporary town.
Elaan always supports the advanced infrastructure of capital city Islamabad, they have delivered more than 50 projects which are eco friendly and as per the CDA’s instruction.



