The Islamabad Expressway is set to become more accessible as the Capital Development Authority (CDA) continues construction of the Service Road East project, with more than 31 percent of the work now completed. The development is expected to improve traffic movement and provide additional road connectivity between Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
The 9.3-kilometre-long project is being developed along the Islamabad Expressway, connecting Faizabad with Gulberg Greens. Once completed, the service road will offer a two-way, three-lane route designed to provide motorists with more travel options and help reduce pressure on the main expressway.
The project is particularly important for commuters who regularly travel between the twin cities. Traffic congestion on major routes has remained a challenge for residents, especially during peak morning and evening hours.
By introducing an additional service road, the CDA aims to distribute traffic more effectively and provide easier access to different areas along the expressway. The improved connectivity could also make daily commuting more convenient for residents of nearby housing societies and commercial areas.
CDA Chairman and Chief Commissioner Islamabad Sohail Ashraf recently visited the construction site to assess the project’s progress. During the visit, officials briefed him on the latest construction activities and confirmed that work was continuing across different sections of the route.
The chairman reviewed the ongoing development and received updates regarding the implementation of the project. More than 31 percent of the construction has been completed, indicating that work is progressing on the planned infrastructure.
The Service Road East project is part of broader efforts to improve Islamabad’s road network and address increasing transportation demands. As the capital continues to expand, the need for better roads and alternative traffic routes has become increasingly important.
The proposed three-lane arrangement is expected to provide additional capacity for vehicles travelling along this busy corridor. It could also help reduce unnecessary pressure on the main Islamabad Expressway by allowing some traffic to use the parallel service road.
For residents travelling between Faizabad, Gulberg Greens and surrounding localities, the project could bring significant improvements in road accessibility once it becomes operational.
However, the overall impact will depend on the timely completion of construction and effective traffic management after the road opens to motorists.
With construction now exceeding the 31 percent mark, attention remains focused on the CDA’s progress in delivering the 9.3-kilometre infrastructure project. Its completion is expected to contribute to smoother traffic movement and stronger road connectivity between Islamabad and Rawalpindi.