Federal Government to Connect Islamabad and Haripur via Alexander Road, Boosting Tourism and Accessibility

The federal government has announced a plan to connect Islamabad and Haripur, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) through a new 7-km road called Alexander Road, which will pass through the Margalla Hills. The project will cost approximately Rs. 600 million and will be financed by a Rs. 20 billion rural development package. The road is expected to be completed within four months.

Federal Government to Connect Islamabad
and Haripur via Alexander Road

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) will supervise the construction of the road within the boundaries of the federal capital near Kenthla Well, while the remaining portion will be built by KP. The aim is to merge both roads and create the shortest route between Islamabad and Haripur.

The development of this route is expected to have a positive impact on tourism in nearby areas such as Shah Allah Ditta. To cater to tourists, the road will include parking facilities and a park where travelers can relax and enjoy the surroundings.

According to an official, this project will benefit 36 areas, with an estimated population of 200,000 people. These areas include Muslim Colony (Bari Imam), Nur Pur Shahan, Malpur, Shahdara, Mandla, Kot Hathial, Bani Gala, Lakhawal, Phul Garan, Ghora Baz, Tumair, and Lehtrar Road.

Islamabad and Haripur via Alexander Road

Despite concerns raised by environmentalists about the potential damage to the natural habitat of plants and animals in the Margalla Hills, the government has decided to proceed with the project, disregarding the objections.