Lifestyle Residency Project: ‘Development work be commenced at earliest possible time’

ISLAMABAD: Secretary Housing and Works, Captain Muhammad Mahmood (retd) chaired a high-level review meeting at the Headquarters of the Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA). The meeting was attended by the Director General FGEHA, Heads of Wings, Project Directors, and other senior officers. The meeting reviewed the progress of various ongoing development projects, including G-14 Markaz, Sector F-14/F-15, Lifestyle Residency (EHFPRO), Skyline Apartments, and other schemes. The Secretary directed that development work at the Lifestyle Residency Project be commenced at the earliest possible time. He further instructed that the auction of commercial plots be conducted with complete transparency and in strict accordance with the applicable rules and regulations. He also emphasised the effective utilisation of commercial assets, enhancement of revenue generation, and the phased digitalisation of all services of the Authority. Following the meeting, the Secretary Housing & Works undertook a detailed visit to Sector F-14/F-15 and G-14 Markaz. On the occasion, he announced that possession of plots in the cleared areas of Sector F-14/F-15 would commence in a phased manner at six-month intervals, beginning from the end of the current year. He further stated that all allottees of the project would be provided possession within the next three years. The Secretary directed that dedicated modern cycle tracks, high-quality infrastructure, green belts, landscaping, and superior development standards be ensured in Sector F-14/F-15. He categorically stated that no compromise would be made on construction quality and announced that the project would be inspected again in the near future. During his visit to G-14 Markaz, the Secretary reviewed the proposed commercial plots, cleanliness, parking arrangements, infrastructure, and civic amenities. He directed the concerned authorities to undertake immediate improvements and stressed the need for the removal of encroachments, protection of government land, effective land management, and expeditious implementation of development activities. He reiterated that the timely and quality completion of all projects remains the Government’s foremost priority. Negligence or unnecessary delays will not be tolerated, while officers demonstrating outstanding performance will be duly recognised and encouraged. Copyright Business Recorder, 2026

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