CDA has recovered roughly 50 kanals of land illegally occupied at Quaid‑i‑Azam University.
The Capital Development Authority, backed by its Enforcement Wing and allied teams, launched an anti‑encroachment drive on Thursday that cleared the disputed parcel within the university’s campus perimeter. Officials said the operation was coordinated with university administrators to ensure minimal disruption to academic activities while securing the public asset.
The reclaimed area, spanning about 50 kanals, is slated for immediate development into additional academic facilities and landscaped green space. University planners envision new lecture halls, research labs, and recreational zones that will alleviate overcrowding and enhance the campus’s environmental footprint—an upgrade that benefits both students and faculty alike.
Encroachment on government‑owned land has been a persistent challenge in Islamabad, where rapid urban growth often fuels illegal settlements. CDA’s decisive action reflects a wider city‑wide push to enforce land‑use regulations, protect public property, and deter future unlawful occupations that strain municipal resources.
University officials welcomed the move, noting that restoring the land aligns with the institution’s long‑term master plan for expansion. Local residents and student bodies have also expressed relief, seeing the clearance as a step toward preserving the university’s intended academic and ecological character amid the capital’s expanding skyline.