ISLAMABAD, Jan 10 (APP):Chairman CDA, Muhammad Ali Randhawa on Friday review progress on the Blue Area Parking Plaza and Capital Street (Art & Craft Village) projects.
The authority chairman in a meeting discussed the various proposals regarding the design and operationalization of Capital Street.
Chairman CDA, Muhammad Ali Randhawa directed that development work on the road infrastructure of Capital Street be initiated promptly.
He further directed that the development of the already auctioned plots be expedited to hand over possession to allot-tees within the current month.
He emphasized enhancing the design and planning of Capital Street to ensure it meets the highest standards. During the briefing, it was apprised that Capital Street (Art & Craft Village) will feature facilities such as an expo hall, tourism hubs, art and craft stalls, an amphitheater, a cinema, and more.
Chairman CDA instructed that all remaining construction work on the project be completed on a priority basis.
The meeting was also briefed on the plans for Blue Area Parking Plaza. The proposals were presented regarding the use of various segments of the parking plaza and strategies to generate revenue.
Chairman CDA, Muhammad Ali Randhawa stressed the need for an effective plan to optimize the use of the parking plaza space to enhance revenue generation.
He directed that finishing touches, including elevator installations and electrical work, be completed at the earliest.
During the meeting, it was informed that the parking plaza will have a capacity for approximately 1,000 vehicles and will consist of two basements, a ground floor, and five additional floors.
Additionally, the plaza will include around 64 shops. It was also shared that, in the first phase, half of the shops in the Blue Area Parking Plaza will be offered for auction.
The rooftop of the plaza has a spacious place which will feature an open-air restaurant and café, along with facilities such as a paddle court, a cinema, and other indoor recreational amenities.
Parking options will be provided to citizens on hourly, daily, and monthly bases, ensuring convenience for all.
The meeting was attended by CDA members and senior officers from the relevant wings.
