CDA Orders Immediate Recovery 898 Kanals of Govt Land

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) in Islamabad has mandated the swift recovery of 898 kanals of government property in the Mouza Shah Allah Ditta area. This land was initially designated for a landfill and controlled dumping facility but is currently allegedly under illegal occupation. Muhammad Zaman Wattoo, a member of the Estate CDA, has instructed officials to submit a detailed report on the authority’s physical control over the land, as well as to identify those accountable for failing to safeguard government assets.

The directive was issued on October 15, 2026, in response to a previous communication from the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on October 8.

The NAB had expressed concerns over an alleged complaint regarding illegal encroachment on CDA land in Shah Allah Ditta, involving authority officers, officials, and other entities. In light of this, Wattoo has tasked the Deputy Commissioner CDA with coordinating with relevant departments and taking prompt actions to reclaim the land and prevent any further unauthorized occupation.

The directive also extends to determining responsibility for the alleged encroachment and pinpointing revenue officers and other personnel who may have breached their duties in protecting the property. The CDA is now seeking an updated account of the land's physical possession as it endeavors to address the alleged occupation of the site intended for landfill and controlled dumping purposes.

These actions follow NAB's communication regarding the complaint, although the allegations have not yet been substantiated as confirmed instances of wrongdoing.