{
  "id": 10132246,
  "title": "CDA clears 750 kanals of acquired land in Sector E-12",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/cda-clears-750-kanals-of-acquired-land-in-sector-e-12",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-27T02:25:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Dawn - Pakistan",
    "slug": "dawn-pakistan",
    "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2032934/cda-clears-750-kanals-of-acquired-land-in-sector-e-12"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) announced on Saturday that it has cleared 750 kanals of acquired land in Sector E-12. Chairman Sohail Ashraf toured the sector and assessed the overall progress of development activities there. The visit saw him briefed on the clearance of approximately 750 kanals of land that had been unlawfully occupied, hindering the planned development of Sector E-12. This clearance represents a major step forward for CDA's efforts to eliminate obstacles to the sector's development and return the acquired land to its intended use.\n\nThe cleared land will allow CDA to resume development in line with approved plans, facilitating the sector's expansion and enhancement. According to a statement, the CDA, under the direction of Federal Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi, has been carrying out clearance operations throughout Islamabad as part of broader efforts to eradicate encroachments, safeguard acquired and public property, and resolve longstanding issues impacting various sectors. The chairman reviewed the ongoing development works and instructed officers to expedite activities in the cleared zones, stressing the need for accelerated work through coordinated efforts and compliance with approved plans and regulations.\n\nFollowing verification of claims and completion of legal and procedural procedures, allotment letters were issued to legitimate claimants whose cases met the criteria. During an in-depth ground inspection, the CDA discovered unauthorized structures and the occupation of state land. Details were recorded on these structures, their occupants, and individuals suspected of involvement in their construction and subsequent rental. The CDA stressed its responsibility for protecting acquired and public land, promising to take proper legal action against anyone found guilty of unauthorized construction, occupation, or commercial exploitation of state-acquired land.",
  "summary": "ISLAMABAD: Capital Development Authority (CDA) said Saturday it has cleared 750 kanals of acquired land in Sector E-12. Chairman Sohail Ashraf visited Sector E-12 and reviewed the overall situation and progress of development activities in the sector. During the visit, the chairman was briefed on the clearance of approximately 750 kanals of acquired land that had remained under unauthorised…",
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}