{"id":16277,"date":"2025-03-14T04:41:18","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T04:41:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gsrra.com\/?p=16277"},"modified":"2025-03-14T04:41:19","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T04:41:19","slug":"pakistan-work-begins-on-islamabads-mass-transit-master-plan-with-adb-support","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gsrra.com\/?p=16277","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan: Work begins on Islamabad\u2019s Mass Transit Master Plan with ADB support"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>Plan includes BRT expansion, rail cars, and improved transport infrastructure<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has initiated work on the Mass Transit Master Plan 2030, with technical assistance from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to enhance Islamabad\u2019s public transport network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During a virtual meeting between CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa and an ADB delegation, key aspects of the plan were discussed, including the extension of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, the introduction of rail cars, and increased investment in transport infrastructure. Senior CDA officials, including Member Planning Dr. Khalid Hafeez and DG Resources Shakeel Ahmed, were also present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Islamabad Intercity Bus Terminal project was another focal point, with officials reporting that the pre-feasibility study has been completed, and a detailed feasibility study is now in progress. The project is expected to be integrated with the BRT system and electric buses, with dedicated charging infrastructure to support operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Randhawa instructed officials to fast-track the Intercity Bus Terminal project in phases and directed the ADB to develop a sustainable operational and financial model aligned with government approvals and technical requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ADB representatives praised CDA\u2019s efforts in advancing Islamabad\u2019s transport infrastructure and assured full cooperation in supporting the city\u2019s transit development initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reference Link:-<a href=\"https:\/\/profit.pakistantoday.com.pk\/2025\/03\/13\/work-begins-on-islamabads-mass-transit-master-plan-with-adb-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/profit.pakistantoday.com.pk\/2025\/03\/13\/work-begins-on-islamabads-mass-transit-master-plan-with-adb-support\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Plan includes BRT expansion, rail cars, and improved transport infrastructure The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has initiated work on the Mass Transit Master Plan 2030, with technical assistance from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to enhance Islamabad\u2019s public transport network. 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