CDA Orders New MCI Complex at Old Naval Headquarters in Islamabad

CDA Orders New MCI Complex at Old Naval Headquarters

The Capital Development Authority has ordered the establishment of the Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad Complex at the Old Naval Headquarters Building in Sector G-6, Islamabad, directing the immediate withdrawal and reallocation of office accommodations of three directorates. This decision marks a significant shift in municipal administrative housing within the federal capital, bringing multiple agencies under a consolidated operational umbrella in a prominent government building.

According to an office order issued by the CDA Administration Directorate on November 6, 2026, the Islamabad Water Agency, Directorate of Municipal Administration, and Maintenance Directorate have been assigned new office accommodations as part of the reshuffling. Officials across the municipal sector are currently preparing to execute the move while maintaining continuity of public services during the transition.

How Office Accommodations Are Being Reallocated

The operational adjustments involve a coordinated exchange of buildings and rooms among the affected municipal departments. The Islamabad Water Agency existing accommodation on the first floor of the Old Naval Headquarters Building will be shifted to Rooms 1 to 25 of the Directorate of Municipal Administration Office in the Fire Headquarters Building, Sector G-7/1. Under the revised arrangement, the Directorate of Municipal Administration will move from the Fire Headquarters Building to the Old Naval Headquarters Building in Sector G-6.

Further detailing the room allocations, the Directorate of Municipal Administration has been allocated Rooms 141 to 144, 147 to 156, 158, 159, 159-A, 159-B, 160 to 167, 170 and 181 on the first floor of the building. Meanwhile, the Maintenance Directorate will be accommodated in Rooms 125 to 133 and 138 to 140 of the same building. These precise room distributions aim to settle each department into designated working zones without creating administrative overlap.

Strict Rules for Moving Movable and Immovable Assets

The administrative transition comes with strict regulations regarding government property and infrastructure preservation. The office order directs that only movable assets, including office furniture, equipment, computers, stores and official records, will be shifted. No immovable items or fixtures, including wall-mounted air conditioners, built-in furniture, electrical fittings and partitions, will be removed, dismantled or damaged.

All such fixtures will remain intact in their existing condition for the incoming occupants. The Capital Development Authority has directed all concerned directors to personally supervise the shifting process and complete it through their respective administration sections without disrupting official business. This oversight requirement is designed to prevent property damage and ensure public files remain secure throughout the logistics phase.

Supervision, Inventories, and Security Protocols

The relocation process is governed by a strict timeline and documentation requirements to maintain accountability. The handing and taking over of the vacated accommodations, along with inventories of fixed assets and duly signed reports, must be submitted to the Administration Directorate within three days of the issuance of the order. The Director Security has also been directed to ensure necessary security arrangements and coordination during the shifting process.

Department heads are held personally responsible for adhering to the inventory schedules and ensuring that staff members comply with the security protocols established for Sector G-6 and Sector G-7/1 facilities. By enforcing a strict three-day compliance window, municipal authorities aim to wrap up physical movements quickly and resume normal public dealing routines without prolonged downtime.

Background on Capital Administration and Municipal Governance

The Capital Development Authority acts as the principal municipal and urban planning agency for Islamabad, holding responsibility for civic amenities, land development, and estate management. Over the decades, administrative structures in the capital have evolved to separate civic services from pure municipal governance, leading to the creation of entities like the Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad. Coordinating office spaces for these intertwined bodies often requires complex inter-departmental transfers, particularly as government real estate is repurposed to meet changing institutional needs.

The Old Naval Headquarters Building in Sector G-6 represents one of the prominent institutional properties in Islamabad that has transitioned through various administrative uses as defense and civil offices reorganize. Sector G-6 itself is a densely established administrative and residential hub located near major commercial zones like the Aabpara market, making it a central point for citizens seeking municipal services. Consolidating the Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad Complex in this location places core civic functions within a unified administrative footprint.

Impact on Municipal Services and Public Access

For everyday citizens and business owners who interact with the municipal administration, office relocations require clear communication to avoid confusion regarding where to file applications, pay utility bills, or resolve civic complaints. The Islamabad Water Agency and the Directorate of Municipal Administration handle vital urban services ranging from water supply management to licensing and sanitation oversight. Ensuring that these bodies transition without halting daily operations is a priority for the Capital Development Authority administration.

Business owners, contractors, and residents who rely on the Directorate of Municipal Administration for permits or dispute resolutions must note the shift from the Fire Headquarters Building in Sector G-7/1 to the Old Naval Headquarters in Sector G-6. Similarly, water consumers dealing with the Islamabad Water Agency will need to update their points of contact based on the new room assignments. Departmental leadership remains tasked with publishing notices or directing visitors to the correct rooms during the transitional weeks.

Next Steps in the Departmental Transition

With the office order effective immediately upon its November 6, 2026 issuance, the immediate focus centers on completing the physical moves and submitting the mandatory asset inventories within the designated three-day window. The Director Security continues to coordinate gate access, vehicle movement, and asset verification logs across Sector G-6 and Sector G-7/1. Observers of municipal affairs in Islamabad will monitor whether the new Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad Complex improves administrative efficiency and public service delivery across the federal capital.

Further updates from the Capital Development Authority will likely detail the full operational launch of the new complex once all three directorates finalize their internal room setups. In the meantime, administrative officers are expected to maintain strict compliance with the inventory reporting rules, ensuring that every desk, computer, and file cabinet is accounted for during the handover.