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ISLAMABAD, Jan 14 (APP):The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration Wednesday removed 29 security cabins built outside houses in three sectors—F-6, F-7 and G-11/3—as part of an ongoing drive against encroachments.
The operation was carried out by Assistant Commissioner City and Assistant Commissioner Shalimar on the directions of the Deputy Commissioner Islamabad.
According to officials, the action focused on cabins placed on public land outside residential properties. These structures were found obstructing footpaths, roads, and public spaces meant for common use. The administration said the operation was conducted to ensure free movement for residents and to restore public areas.
Teams from the city administration visited streets in the three sectors and identified security cabins that had been installed without permission. In several cases, the cabins were placed near gates or boundary walls and extended into public land. Machinery and staff were used to dismantle and remove the structures.
Officials said a total of 29 cabins were removed during the operation. The action was taken without discrimination, and notices had already been issued in some cases. The administration stated that no private property was damaged during the process and that only encroachments were targeted.
The Deputy Commissioner Islamabad had earlier directed all assistant commissioners to take action against illegal structures set up on public land, including security cabins, barriers, and other obstructions outside houses. Following these instructions, the assistant commissioners have intensified inspections in various sectors of the federal capital.
An official from the district administration said the purpose of the drive is to maintain order in residential areas and ensure that public spaces remain accessible. He added that placing cabins outside homes without approval is not allowed and creates problems for pedestrians, emergency services, and routine traffic.
Residents were advised to remove such structures voluntarily to avoid enforcement action. The administration said warnings will continue to be issued, but strict action will be taken where violations persist.
The district administration also clarified that the drive is part of a broader effort against encroachments across Islamabad. Similar actions have already been taken in other sectors, and more operations are planned in the coming days.
Officials confirmed that operations against security cabins and other encroachments outside houses will continue under the supervision of the Deputy Commissioner. The administration urged citizens to cooperate with the authorities and follow building and land-use rules to avoid inconvenience.