Built Fast, Dug Again: D-Chowk–Marriott Road Sparks Questions Over Public Money
A social media post has drawn attention to the repeated excavation of the newly constructed road, raising questions over planning, construction quality and whether speed of completion came at the expense of durability.
ISLAMABAD: A social media post has drawn public attention to the repeated excavation of the road connecting D-Chowk to the Marriott area, raising questions about the planning and execution of recently completed infrastructure projects in the federal capital.
Road Reportedly Dug Up for Third Time
According to the post circulating on social media, the road is being excavated for the third time within three months. The claim has triggered a debate over whether adequate planning, coordination and quality control were ensured before the road was completed.
Road Inaugurated by Interior Minister
The road was inaugurated by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, with its completion in a notably short period presented as an achievement.
The latest excavation has prompted questions over whether all necessary work had been completed before the road was opened to traffic.
Questions Over Planning and Durability
If a newly constructed road requires repeated excavation within a short period, questions arise over the planning process, coordination of related works and the long-term durability of the project.
Social media users have also questioned whether repeated roadwork could result in additional expenditure from public funds, while commuters may face traffic disruption, delays and dust because of ongoing construction activity.
Reason for Latest Excavation Unclear
However, the claim regarding the third excavation in three months has not been independently verified through an official record, and the exact reason for the latest excavation remains unclear.
There is also currently no verified technical evidence establishing that the excavation resulted from defective construction, poor-quality materials or inadequate soil compaction. Such conclusions would require an official inspection or engineering assessment.
Authorities Yet to Clarify
The relevant authorities have yet to publicly clarify the reason for the latest work, whether it was part of the original project plan and who will bear the cost of restoring the road.
Focus on Quality of Development Projects
The issue has nevertheless raised a broader question about Islamabad’s rapidly executed development projects: Should success be measured only by how quickly a project is completed, or also by how long it remains functional without requiring repeated work?
For taxpayers, speed and efficiency are important but so are quality, durability and responsible use of public funds.
Authorities are now expected to clarify the circumstances surrounding the latest excavation and address the concerns being raised on social media.
