ISLAMABAD: City managers on Wednesday reviewed various development projects, including Murree Road underpass project which is being given final touches ahead of its expected inauguration by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif tomorrow (Friday).

Construction work to merge Srinagar Highway and Murree Road has been completed while horticulture work is being carried out near the underpass.

According to a press release, CDA Chairman Mohammad Ali Randhawa directed that the beautification and tree plantation work at Murree Road underpass – officially known as Jinnah Square Murree Road Underpass project – be completed before its expected inauguration on Friday.

The meeting was informed that landscaping work around the project had already begun and an urban forest would also be established adjacent to Muree Road underpass to help reduce environmental pollution. During the meeting, briefing was given on other ongoing and future projects while expansion of Faizabad Interchange was discussed. It was informed that the tender for the project’s expansion has been issued, and construction activities would commence soon.

The meeting was also briefed that 11 out of 20 identified traffic congestion points in the city had been resolved, while measures for the remaining nine points were being taken to ensure smooth flow of traffic for commuters.

During the briefing, it was highlighted that repair, renovation and beautification work on major highways in Islamabad is underway, with old lights being replaced with LED and colourful lights. Painting and kerb stone installation is also progressing rapidly.

The CDA chairman directed that the underpass design for Shaheen Chowk should be completed at the earliest so that work could be started.

The meeting was also informed that the tendering process for the installation of modern, aesthetically pleasing LED lights on Margalla Road, Murree Road, Faisal Avenue and Diplomatic Enclave was underway.

The meeting was briefed that road infrastructure development, tree plantation, LED light installation and a shopping mall were also planned in Diplomatic Enclave.

Published in Dawn, May 22nd, 2025