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RAWALPINDI, Dec 04 (APP): Commissioner Rawalpindi Division Engineer Aamir Khattak on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting at the Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) to review progress on ongoing development schemes and assess key urban planning challenges, including proposed changes to the bike lane on Old Airport Road, construction of residential units for RDA officers, and upgrades to the e-Biz Portal and e-FOAS systems.
He praised RDA’s efforts across multiple initiatives and underscored the need for timely execution of projects that directly affect residents.
Delays, he cautioned, disrupt service delivery and undermine wider urban planning goals, adding that improved coordination among departments was essential for expediting public-oriented schemes.
Director General RDA Kinza Murtaza presented a detailed briefing on the progress and challenges of various projects. She highlighted the authority’s focus on adopting modern planning tools, improving transparency and ensuring high-quality standards in all development works. She described the e-Biz Portal and e-FOAS as key instruments for strengthening governance and facilitating public services.
Director General of Horticulture Agency(HA) Ahmed Hassan Ranjha also briefed the meeting on HA-led beautification works, including landscaping, greenbelt development and ongoing citywide maintenance aimed at enhancing Rawalpindi’s visual environment.
Senior RDA and PHA officials, including Director of Engineering Muhammad Anwar Baran, Chief Planner Muhammad Tahir Meo, Director of Administration Iftikhar Ali, Director of Finance Shahid Yaqoob, and Director MP&TE Atif Chaudhry, attended the meeting.
Participants reaffirmed their commitment to stronger interdepartmental coordination, efficient project delivery and continued improvements in public services for the city’s development.