1. Development of Tourist Village at Saidpur, Islamabad

2. Saidpur Model Village Overview

4. Recreational and Tourist Spot Feel of rural life Tourist attraction Recreational facility for Islamabad

5. Development of the village Boost economic activity Arts and crafts shops + food outlets Enhanced quality of life Infrastructural facilities Development of the Village

6. Rich cultural heritage;4-5 centuries old Footprints of various civilizations Remains of historical places Preservation of Heritage and Culture

7. Promotion of Arts and Crafts Potter’s village- famous for pottery Potters’ workshops Construction of arts and crafts’ shops Snapshot of country’s cultural diversity

8. Project Planning France’s Technical Assistance Awarding of Contracts

9. PC-I was approved by CDA’s DWP (Development Working Program) Initially, approved cost of PC-I was Rs. 397.047 MPC-I was approved in 2005 and work on the project began in 2006 Funding and Investment

10. Major Heads in PC-I Civil works Internal/ external electrification Soft landscaping Miscellaneous works

12. Amended PC-I amounting to Rs. 400.242 M was not approved PD’s office tried to reduce the cost. After Revision: Rs. 397.308 MFunds allocated for PD’s office and consultants’ fee were reduced

14. Major Components of the Project Road leading to the village was developed A mud-colored gateway was erected at the village’s entrance A parking lot having capacity for 500 cars was constructed A nullah passing through the village was transformed into a stream of clear water Dilapidated commercial and residential units in the village were demolished and reconstructed Some of the village buildings were renovated

15. The village has a Hindu temple and a Sikh shrine side by side. Both these buildings were given an uplift. Another building was converted into a photo gallery containing photographs of the village’s and Islamabad’s history. The temple initially housed a government high school. When the temple was to be renovated as a part of this project, another building for the school was constructed near the village. A wooden kiosk, nomad gallery, arts and crafts shops and food outlets like The Hot Spot, Des Pardes and Village View were opened in the village as a part of this project

16. Undergoing Developments Work on a second car parking Installation of a tube well Installation of a water filtration plant Construction of a three-step small dam

17. ISSUES OR CHALLENGES FACED DURING THE PROJECT

18. Compensation of Demolished Houses Renovation of Houses Construction of Parking Lot Illegal Residence Mutual Ownership Arrangement of temporary accommodation 30-Member Welfare Committee Obstruction by vehicles Capacity of 500 Cars

19. Construction of School Building Development of Sewerage System Improvement of Village’s Hygiene Previously situated in temple Evacuation of Temple for renovation Main stream of Village Used for sewerage purpose NGO’s to educate people Sanitary workers

20. Red Zone Area Special Permissions Transfer of Construction Material Kashikari of Mughal Era and embellishment of frescos Experts from Multan and Lahore Non Availability of Expertise

21. Achieved Outcomes of the Project 1500 daily Visitors Rs.9 Million per year revenue generation Recreational Spot 50% of Village’s Staff 70% of Labor in construction work Employment opportunities for villagers Access to basic Civic Facilities More Development Work in Progress Positive Change in the lives of locals

22. Economic problem The project has enhanced village surroundings aesthetically but it has done little to help the villagers economically The sales of local vendors have not improved and employment is also not awarded to locals Loss of peace No compensation for damages Over commercialization of the village Drawbacks

23. Lack of basic facilities Villagers are unable to find space to park their vehicles No supply of natural gas and health care facilities in the village Safety and security Entrances into the main village have been blocked The threat of bomb blasts and other casualties might increase as well

24. Suggestions for Improvement

25. RULES AND REGULATION Proper policies and rules and regulations should be formulated for the opening of commercial outlets in the area Rules and regulations should also be formulated regarding the reconstruction and maintenance of houses and shop Compensation should be given to villagers SECURITY CHECKS Proper arrangements should be made to ensure the security of the tourist spot Security check points should be established in the village MAINTENANCE Sanitary staff should be engaged for the proper maintenance of the tourist spot An important improvement in the village can be a kids playing area and a hiking track

26. CONCLUSION The village displays the real culture and tradition of Pakistan to the tourists But it should be maintained well by CDA The CDA must also fulfill its responsibility towards the residents CONCLUSION The village displays the real culture and tradition of Pakistan to the tourists But it should be maintained well by CDA The CDA must also fulfill its responsibility towards the residents