The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has demolished 124 structures and sealed another 58 buildings along Islamabad Expressway during an operation against illegal constructions and encroachments.

The enforcement activity covered the area between Sohan and Khanna Bridge along the Expressway Service Road (East).

The action comes as the authority continues work on a major road expansion project covering approximately 9.3 kilometres between Faizabad and Gulberg.

According to the CDA, more than 28 percent of the project has been completed. The upgraded road is planned as a dual carriageway featuring three lanes in each direction.

Construction activities include excavation, development of road foundations, bridges and drainage infrastructure.

The authority has also completed all 153 piles required for a major underpass included in the project.

The demolition and sealing operations are aimed at removing unauthorised commercial establishments, illegal buildings and other violations of construction regulations along the road.

Once completed, the expansion project is expected to improve traffic movement, reduce congestion and shorten travel times for motorists using Islamabad Expressway.