The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has ordered a fresh inquiry into plot allotments worth around Rs5 billion.
The move follows allegations of irregularities in land-sharing sectors over the past year. Meanwhile, the authority has restricted further transfers of the plots under scrutiny.
A committee headed by the Member Estate will now examine the disputed allotments. The inquiry will assess whether officials followed the required procedures.
Why Has CDA Ordered the Plot Inquiry?
The inquiry follows concerns surrounding alternative plots allocated in D-13, E-13 and F-13.
According to sources, authorities recently allocated more than 360 plots across these sectors through balloting. Former Director Land and Deputy Director Land and Rehabilitation Chaudhry Nazir conducted the balloting.
However, questions emerged over the processing of some applications.
Sources said certain cases proceeded despite unresolved land claims involving some applicants. Consequently, the situation raised concerns about whether the allocations met the required legal and administrative procedures.
Initial Scrutiny Finds Irregularities
An initial inquiry has reportedly identified irregularities involving more than 10 plots.
Following those preliminary findings, the CDA informally restricted further transfers involving the plots under scrutiny. The authority also notified the relevant departments about the restrictions.
However, the initial findings do not represent the final outcome of the investigation. The newly formed committee will conduct a broader review before authorities decide on further action.
Committee to Examine D-13, E-13 and F-13 Allotments
The committee will examine the alternative plot allocations across the three land-sharing sectors.
It will review the legality of the allotments and assess whether officials followed established procedures. Moreover, the committee will determine whether additional irregularities occurred during the allocation process.
The review will also examine cases involving unsettled land claims. This could help authorities determine whether applicants received plots before completing the necessary requirements.
CDA Restricts Further Transfers
The CDA has also moved to prevent further transfers of the plots currently under scrutiny.
This restriction could remain significant while the committee completes its examination. It may also prevent the disputed allotments from changing hands before authorities reach a decision.
Once the review concludes, the committee will submit its findings to the competent authority. The relevant authority will then determine whether further action is necessary.
For now, the inquiry remains focused on establishing whether the Rs5 billion worth of plot allotments followed the required procedures and whether further irregularities occurred.
