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Keeping up with a Growing City

Najaf Iqbal Syed, Chief Metropolitan Officer, Islamabad, Pakistan

Last updated 1 March 2025

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“Islamabad is one of the best, liveable cities in Pakistan because of its environment
- peaceful, calm and comparatively cleaner.”

While it was beautifully planned by a Greek architect-town planner, weak enforcement
in Islamabad led to the creation of private residential colonies and slums. But in light of
a rapidly growing population, the city is rethinking its future development.

Interviewee

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Najaf Iqbal Syed
Chief Metropolitan Officer
Islamabad, Pakistan