CDA Plans to Introduce LRT in the Federal Capital
Islamabad: To meet the expanding transportation needs of the city, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) has begun preparing to introduce the Light Rail Transit (LRT) system in Islamabad.
The planning department of the CDA has contacted the Economic Affairs Division to request funding for this project from a foreign donor, such as the Asian Development Bank, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), etc.
The Planning Wing has created a preliminary concept paper for this project in order to move forward with it, however top officers have advised that in order to complete a thorough feasibility study, a qualified consultant must be hired.
According to initial working, a total of four potential routes have been identified that include 30.5km long route from Rawat to Faisal Mosque on Islamabad Motorway and Faisal Avenue, 13.7km long route from N5 commonly known as G.T road to Pakistan Monument via Srinagar Highway, 27.5km long route from Rawat at T-Chowk to 26 No Stop on G.T road and 10.4km long route Pirwadhai to Faizabad via the IJP road.
According to a source, even if the planning wing has started its preparations on schedule, the project’s implementation would be challenging because it will require significant financing and political stability.
Due to the heavy traffic on the roadways in Islamabad, the city management have chosen to introduce LRT because traffic engineers believe the current Bus Rapid Transport System (BRTS) is unable to handle the load.
In recent years, it has been observed that all main highways have traffic congestion during peak hours. LRT can ease the load while also being an inexpensive option and shortening travel times.
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