ISLAMABAD, Oct 21 (APP):Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA), through its Joint Venture Projects (JVP) Wing, held a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony on Wednesday at its headquarters in Islamabad, for the development of a housing scheme in a prime location of Rawalpindi District.
The MoU marks an important step towards expanding quality residential facilities for federal government employees and the general public through collaboration with the private sector. Under the agreement, FGEHA and Future Development Holdings (Private) Limited (FDHL) will collaborate to develop a modern housing scheme on approximately 2,000 kanals of land situated within the limits of Capital Smart City, Tehsil and District Rawalpindi.
The project will be developed under the Land Sharing Model, aimed at utilizing available resources effectively and facilitating the development of modern residential facilities.
The ceremony was attended by Executive Director FDHL, Brigadier (Retd.) Muhammad Nadeem Aslam, and senior officials of FGEHA. The MoU was signed on behalf of FGEHA by Chief Engineer Syed Muhammad Hassan and on behalf of FDHL by Executive Director Brigadier (Retd.) Muhammad Nadeem Aslam.
Speaking on the occasion, Director General FGEHA, Capt. (Retd.) Muhammad Zafar Iqbal, stated that Capital Smart City is a modern and well-planned residential development designed to provide residents with a high standard of living and a comprehensive range of essential and contemporary facilities.
He highlighted that the project offers a range of amenities, including quality educational institutions, community centers, mosques, parks, sports facilities, commercial areas, healthcare services and other essential civic amenities. Its wide roads, landscaped green belts, organized infrastructure and modern urban facilities contribute to a well-planned residential environment. He observed that Capital Smart City represents more than a housing scheme, offering an integrated urban setting designed to provide families with comfort, convenience, recreation and improved living standards.
The Director General further stated that the proposed housing project represents a significant step towards realizing the vision of providing affordable and quality housing to government employees. He emphasized that the agreement reflects the Federal Government’s commitment to advancing housing initiatives through public-private partnerships and effective utilization of available resources.
According to the FGEHA spokesperson, the project is expected to facilitate the provision of secure, reliable and modern residential facilities for federal government employees in Rawalpindi District and its adjoining areas. The MoU also marks a new phase in the development of modern housing projects for federal government employees, with a focus on quality, transparency and efficient implementation.
Capt. (Retd.) Muhammad Zafar Iqbal also informed the participants that FGEHA had made significant progress in providing residential facilities to federal government employees. Several housing projects in Islamabad and Karachi have been successfully completed, while a number of other projects are at advanced stages of completion.
He added that the Federal Minister for Housing and Works and the Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Works, have prioritized the provision of secure, quality and affordable housing for government employees. In this regard, clear directions have been issued to ensure the timely completion of development projects, with transparency remaining a foremost priority.
Director General reaffirmed FGEHA’s commitment to completing its ongoing projects within the stipulated timelines and continuously improving residential facilities in line with modern standards. He underscored that collaboration with reputable private-sector partners would help strengthen the Authority’s efforts to provide well-planned, affordable and sustainable housing opportunities.
At the conclusion, the Director General, Capt. (Retd.) Muhammad Zafar Iqbal, thanked the journalists and media representatives for their participation and continued engagement in highlighting FGEHA’s housing initiatives.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
