RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) on Saturday sealed allegedly illegal commercial activities at Mid City Apartments.

In this regard, an RDA team, with the assistance of Punjab Police personnel from Dhoke Lalyal Police Chowki, Airport police station, conducted an operation against ongoing illegal commercial activities at Mid City Apartments on Service Road, Mouza Gangal.

During the operation, various illegal commercial activities, including unauthorised offices, restaurants and illegal penthouses, were sealed by the RDA Enforcement Team.

According to an official, the action was taken in accordance with the Punjab Development of Cities Act, 1976, the RDA Building and Zoning Regulations and other applicable planning laws.

He said the authority had made it clear that no unauthorised commercial activity, illegal construction or development violation would be permitted within its controlled area.

He said strict action was being taken against violators to ensure compliance with approved building plans, zoning regulations and other applicable laws.

He said action against illegal construction, unauthorised development and unlawful commercial activities would continue in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations. Field teams had been directed to maintain strict monitoring and take action against violations without discrimination.

The official said the authority was committed to ensuring planned urban development and strict compliance with the Punjab Development of Cities Act, 1976, and the RDA Building and Zoning Regulations. He said no illegal construction or unauthorised development would be tolerated and legal action against violators would continue without discrimination.

The RDA advised the general public to verify the legal and approval status of any housing scheme or construction project before making any investment.

Citizens were also encouraged to report illegal constructions and unauthorised developments to the RDA so that timely action could be taken in accordance with the law.

Published in Dawn, September 13th, 2026