Stakeholders agree on revival of Islamabad’s Covered Market in G-6
ISLAMABAD: The revival of the historical Covered Market in G-6 is on the cards as the Capital Development Authority (CDA) conducted a final hearing on the proposed changes to the bylaws of the market. Sources in the CDA said a meeting between the leaseholder, area residents and the civic agency was held recently. The participants agreed that a ground-plus one storey would be allowed in the…
Islamabad's historical Covered Market in G-6 is set for revival after stakeholders agreed on changes to the market's bylaws. The Capital Development Authority (CDA) held a final hearing to discuss the proposed modifications to the market, which was originally designed by a British architect. Sources indicate that the leaseholder, area residents, and the civic agency reached an agreement on allowing a ground-plus one storey structure in the market.
The CDA had previously sought to build a multi-storey building on the plot, but after concerns from local residents and legal intervention, the agency was forced to withdraw the plan. Previously, the market was a single-storey zigzag building with no parking. In 2007, the CDA altered the lease agreement, allowing a multi-storey market, leading to the demolition of the original landmark.
The plot, leased to Ch. Sirajuddin in 1966, has remained vacant since then, depriving citizens of a convenient market for daily needs. The CDA board will now consider the matter for final approval after public consultation.
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