Malpur Village, Islamabad

Malpur is one of the oldest village in Islamabad located off the Murree Road with views of Margalla Hills and Rawal Lake. Inhabited by the Awans. It has held considerable importance for centuries.Awans are Sardar(chief or leader) of this village. It's the best location in Islamabad with breathtaking views of the Margalla Hills, Rawal Lake and River Kurang.

In 2009 Capital Development Authority announced that it plans to make Malpur a model village.[1] The project would also accommodate the local residents of the area in a planned and well-organized manner.

Capital Development Authority announced as well that a big piece of land in Malpur was in the control of the Ministry of Environment, where a forestry park would be developed.

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References

  1. ↑ Virk, Mobarik A. (14 January 2011). "CDA finally makes inroads into Malpur". The News International. Retrieved 28 January 2012.

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Coordinates: 33°43′40″N 73°8′38″E / 33.72778°N 73.14389°E / 33.72778; 73.14389

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