Islamabad’s diplomatic enclave set for major revamp under CDA’s new development plan

ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has announced an ambitious plan to upgrade Islamabad’s Diplomatic Enclave, aiming to enhance security, improve infrastructure, and introduce new recreational and commercial facilities in the highly sensitive zone that hosts foreign embassies and missions.The announcement came during a high-level meeting chaired by CDA Chairman and Islamabad Chief Commissioner Muhammad Ali Randhawa at the CDA Headquarters on Tuesday.The session brought together senior board members, including Member Administration Talat Mahmood, Member Planning Dr. Khalid Hafeez, Member Engineering Syed Nafasat Raza, and Member Environment Asfandyar Baloch, along with other top officials.Following directions from Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, the CDA reviewed detailed proposals for the enclave’s development.The plan includes the construction of a modern shopping and sports complex, the upgrading of internal roads, the installation of smart lighting systems, enhanced landscaping, and improved security through integration with the Safe City surveillance network.“Our goal is to transform the Diplomatic Enclave into one of the most secure, organized, and visually appealing areas of the capital,” said Randhawa. “We are using all available resources to ensure that the development reflects international standards.”