Islamabad’s Solid Waste Management Department has been commended for its efficient waste disposal during the recent Eid al-Adha. The department disposed of an 2,400 tons of waste from urban and rural areas, according to a statement released by the Capital Development Authority (CDA) on X (formerly Twitter).

This achievement was highlighted during a review meeting chaired by Acting CDA Chairman Talat Mahmood at CDA Headquarters on June 23, 2025.

The meeting, attended by senior CDA officials including the Member Finance, Member Environment, and DG Environment, expressed satisfaction with the department’s performance. Discussions focused on future enhancements, including the development of modern landfill sites and exploring waste-to-energy initiatives.

Mahmood directed the department to further refine waste management strategies for both urban and rural areas. He emphasized the importance of studying national and international best practices, as instructed by CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa, to modernize the department’s operations.

Mahmood stated that the CDA, under the guidance of Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and the leadership of Chairman Randhawa, who also serves as Chief Commissioner Islamabad and DG Civil Defense, is committed to transforming Islamabad into a clean, green, and environmentally friendly model city. He added that these efforts are already yielding positive outcomes.