The Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) has proposed a major Annual Development Plan (ADP) worth nearly PKR 8 billion for the fiscal year 2025 – 26. This plan outlines a series of large scale infrastructure and urban improvement projects aimed at transforming Rawalpindi into a more connected, accessible, and modern city. The proposal is currently awaiting approval from the Punjab government.
At the heart of this plan are a number of key road and transportation initiatives, many of which were recommended by elected members of the national and provincial assemblies. These efforts fall under two major umbrellas, the Urban Development Package and the City Development Package.
Among the most significant proposals are the construction of three new underpasses at Chandni Chowk, Rawal Road on Murree Road, and Marrir Chowk. A new flyover is also in the works to connect Siddiqui Chowk to IJP Road, aiming to reduce traffic bottlenecks in these high-traffic areas.
One of the largest projects is the dualisation of Adiala Road, from Khasala Khurd to Gorakhpur, with a budget allocation of PKR 2.539 billion. This will help manage the increasing traffic flow on this busy corridor. Additional road improvement projects include:
- Upgrades to Girja Road to Akbar Chowk (PKR 603.32 million)
- Work on Chakri Link and Talsa Road (PKR 1.298 billion)
- Enhancements on High Court Road and nearby areas (PKR 423.24 million)
As part of the City Development Package, a multi storey parking plaza is proposed for Liaquat Bagh, which is expected to cost PKR 2.533 billion. Another major project is an underpass on Stadium Road, which will connect Ninth Avenue to IJP Road, estimated at PKR 770.32 million.
The plan also includes several targeted infrastructure upgrades to improve overall city connectivity and ease of movement:
- Rehabilitation of the western alternate route from Chandni Chowk to Holy Family Hospital (PKR 335.04 million)
- Road improvement from Hotel Flashman to Faizabad on Murree Road (PKR 953.25 million)
- Development in areas such as Dhoke Khabba, Hameed Khan Road, and Sher Power Colony (PKR 998 million)
In addition to major infrastructure changes, the plan also includes several community focused developments:
- A pedestrian bridge near Benazir Bhutto General Hospital (PKR 66.43 million)
- A service road from the Old Airport to Flying Club Road (PKR 224.23 million)
- New road construction in Ghazni Colony, Dosera Ground, and the Syedpur Scheme (PKR 247.27 million)
This comprehensive development plan is designed to reduce traffic congestion, enhance connectivity, and upgrade the city’s urban landscape in response to Rawalpindi’s growing population and infrastructure needs. Once approved and implemented, these projects have the potential to make daily commutes smoother, improve public safety, and foster better urban living for residents across the city.
TAZ Group will continue to monitor developments and share updates as the Punjab government moves toward finalizing this historic investment in Rawalpindi’s future.
