The Islamabad 10th Avenue stalled project has once again raised concerns as work remains suspended despite the Capital Development Authority (CDA) completing several major road schemes all over the city during 2025.
It was launched in 2022 with an estimated cost of Rs 10.2 billion. The main aim behind the 10th Avenue project is to ease traffic congestion and improve connectivity between key sectors of the capital. The project was originally scheduled for completion by March 2024, but repeated delays have pushed it far behind schedule.
CDA seeks fresh extension as 10th Avenue project misses deadline
After failing to meet the extended deadline of December 30, 2025, the CDA’s engineering wing has now sought another six-month extension for the contractor, the National Logistics Cell (NLC).
Work on the project did not show any progress in the past 6 months as it was halted for nearly six months.
Officials confirm that only around 50 percent of the project is done. Unfinished infrastructure, including exposed pillars, ramps, and road sections, has already started to deteriorate due to prolonged inactivity.
Funding shortage stalls Islamabad 10th Avenue progress
As per CDA officials, the federal government disbursed Rs 4.2 billion for the project since its launch, and the entire amount has already been spent. However, the project was not there in the Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) for 2025–26, leaving it without any fresh funding.
This financial gap has directly contributed to why the Islamabad 10th Avenue stalled project cannot resume construction at full pace.
Critical section between IJP Road and H-9 remains incomplete
The CDA highlighted that the most urgent work lies between IJP Road and Sector H-9, where earthwork has already completed. Without additional funds, authorities cannot proceed with road surfacing, ramps, and structural completion in this section.
While two bridges built under the project are already operational, the remaining infrastructure is still incomplete. Due to incompletion, it is limiting the project’s all-inclusive impact on traffic flow.
High uncertainty regarding the future for Islamabad’s key road link
The CDA has once again taken up the issue with the federal government. Now, it is urging for the release of funds to revive the Islamabad 10th Avenue stalled project. Until financial approval is secured, the road scheme remains in limbo. It is raising concerns about cost overruns, structural decay, and public inconvenience.
If completed, the project could still play an important role in reducing Islamabad’s traffic pressure—but for now, delays continue to cloud its future.