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Table of Contents
1. HISTORY...................................................................................................................................... 1
2. GEOGRAPHY .............................................................................................................................. 3
2.1. Location................................................................................................................................. 3
2.2. General Details ...................................................................................................................... 4
2.3. Climate .................................................................................................................................. 5
3. RELIGION .................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1. Islamic Religious Festivals ................................................................................................... 6
3.2. Christians............................................................................................................................... 7
3.3. Sikhism .................................................................................................................................. 8
3.4. Hinduism ............................................................................................................................... 8
4. CULTURE .................................................................................................................................... 9
4.1. National Days Celebrations ................................................................................................... 9
4.1.1. Pakistan Day.................................................................................................................. 9
4.1.2. Independence Day ......................................................................................................... 9
4.1.3. Defense Day .................................................................................................................. 9
4.2. Dress .................................................................................................................................... 10
4.3. Food And Health ................................................................................................................. 10
4.4. Wedding Customs And Traditions ...................................................................................... 10
4.4.1. Mienu .......................................................................................................................... 10
4.4.2. MEHNDI .................................................................................................................... 11
4.4.3. BARRAT..................................................................................................................... 12
4.4.4. VALIMA ..................................................................................................................... 12
4.5. Superstitious /Beliefs........................................................................................................... 13
5. ECONOMY................................................................................................................................. 14
5.1. Back Ground Of Occupations ............................................................................................. 15
5.2. Initialization Of Trading Classes......................................................................................... 15
5.3. Industries And Manufacturers ............................................................................................. 16
5.4. Popular Industries ................................................................................................................ 17
5.4.1. Marble Industry In Rawalpindi/Islamabad Region ..................................................... 17
5.4.2. Furniture Industry in Rawalpindi ................................................................................ 19
5.5. Back Ground Of Gas Works ............................................................................................... 21
5.6. Oil Wells ............................................................................................................................. 21
6. TRADE & BUSINESS ............................................................................................................... 22
6.1. Initial Days Of Trade........................................................................................................... 22
6.2. Existing Pattern Of Industrial Development ....................................................................... 23
6.2.1. Description of Existing Industry ................................................................................. 23
6.3. Potentials Of Trade And Business ...................................................................................... 24
6.3.1. Agriculture .................................................................................................................. 25
6.3.2. Livestock ..................................................................................................................... 25
6.3.3. Forests ......................................................................................................................... 25
6.3.4. Minerals ....................................................................................................................... 25
6.3.5. Industry........................................................................................................................ 25
6.3.6. Consumer Goods Industries ........................................................................................ 26
6.3.7. Fish Farming ............................................................................................................... 26
6.3.8. Disciplined and trained work force ............................................................................. 26
6.3.9. Willing work force seeking employment .................................................................... 26
6.4. Potentials For Foreign Investment In Rawalpindi............................................................... 26
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6.4.1. Manufacturing/Industrial Sector ................................................................................. 27
6.4.2. Non-Manufacturing/Industrial Sector ......................................................................... 27
6.4.3. Service Sector:............................................................................................................. 28
6.4.4. Infrastructure Sector: ................................................................................................... 28
6.4.5. Social Sector................................................................................................................ 28
6.4.6. Others .......................................................................................................................... 28
6.5. Leading Industries in different sectors: ............................................................................... 29
6.5.1. Bakery Products .......................................................................................................... 29
6.5.2. Beverage ...................................................................................................................... 29
6.5.3. Cement Products ......................................................................................................... 30
6.5.4. Ceramics Products ....................................................................................................... 30
6.5.5. Chip/Straw Board ........................................................................................................ 30
6.5.6. Diapers Plant ............................................................................................................... 30
6.5.7. Domestic Hardware ..................................................................................................... 30
6.5.8. Drugs & Pharmaceuticals ............................................................................................ 30
6.5.9. Flour Mills ................................................................................................................... 31
6.5.10. Food Products .............................................................................................................. 32
6.5.11. Industrial/Burn Gases .................................................................................................. 32
6.5.12. LPG Cylinders ............................................................................................................. 32
6.5.13. Plastic Products ........................................................................................................... 32
6.5.14. Poultry Feeds ............................................................................................................... 32
6.5.15. Refinery ....................................................................................................................... 33
6.5.16. Textile Composite ....................................................................................................... 33
6.5.17. Textile Spinning .......................................................................................................... 33
6.5.18. Tyre and Tubes ............................................................................................................ 33
6.5.19. Unani Medicines ......................................................................................................... 33
6.5.20. Woolen Textile Spinning/Weaving ............................................................................. 33
7. HEALTH SECTOR..................................................................................................................... 33
7.1. Rular Health Centres (RHC) ............................................................................................... 34
7.2. Basic Health Units (BHU) .................................................................................................. 34
7.3. Govt. Rural Dispensaries (GRD) ........................................................................................ 34
7.4. MCH Centres....................................................................................................................... 34
7.5. Government Hospitals ......................................................................................................... 34
7.6. Army Hospitals in Rawalpindi ............................................................................................ 35
7.7. Major Private Hospitals in Rawalpindi ............................................................................... 35
7.8. Unani Dispensaries/ Dawakhanas ....................................................................................... 36
7.9. Homeopathic Doctors/Clinics ............................................................................................. 36
8. EDUCATION.............................................................................................................................. 37
8.1. Universities.......................................................................................................................... 37
8.1.1. University of Arid Agriculture, Rawalpindi ............................................................... 37
8.1.2. Fatima Jinnah University for Women, Rawalpindi ..................................................... 37
8.1.3. The National University of Science and Technology (NUST) ................................... 38
8.2. Colleges ............................................................................................................................... 38
8.2.1. Govt. Post Graduate Colleges (Male and Female) ...................................................... 38
8.2.2. Govt. Intermediate Colleges (Male and Female) ........................................................ 38
8.2.3. Private registered Colleges (Male & Female) ............................................................. 39
8.2.4. MC. Middle Schools Rawalpindi. ............................................................................... 40
8.2.5. MC. Primary Schools Rawalpindi............................................................................... 40
8.2.6. MC. High School Rawalpindi ..................................................................................... 41
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8.3. Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority Rawalpindi ................................ 41
8.4. Federal Government Schools & Colleges ........................................................................... 42
8.5. Private Schools and colleges ............................................................................................... 42
8.6. Government Schools & Colleges ........................................................................................ 42
8.7. Medical Colleges ................................................................................................................. 43
9. SPORTS & RECREATION ........................................................................................................ 44
9.1. Tourist Attractions in Rawalpindi ....................................................................................... 44
9.1.1. Ayub National Park ..................................................................................................... 44
9.1.2. Liaqat National Bagh .................................................................................................. 45
9.1.3. Rawalpindi Public Park ............................................................................................... 45
9.1.4. Jinnah Park, near Kachari Chowk, Civil Lines ........................................................... 46
9.1.5. Romi Park, Peshawar Road ......................................................................................... 46
9.1.6. Murree and the Galis ................................................................................................... 46
9.1.7. The Raja Bazaar .......................................................................................................... 48
9.1.8. Taxila Museum............................................................................................................ 49
9.1.9. Hassan Abdal............................................................................................................... 49
9.1.10. Places Around Rawalpindi & Islamabad .................................................................... 50
9.2. Other Places Worth A Visit................................................................................................. 51
9.2.1. The Salt Range ........................................................................................................ 51
9.2.2. Khewra Salt Mines ...................................................................................................... 51
9.2.3. Kallar Kahar ................................................................................................................ 51
9.2.4. Temple of Katas .......................................................................................................... 52
9.2.5. Forts ............................................................................................................................. 53
9.3. Sports venues and stadiums ................................................................................................ 54
9.3.1. Rawalpindi Golf Course .............................................................................................. 54
9.3.2. Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium ....................................................................................... 55
9.3.3. Rawalpindi Club, The Mall Saddar ............................................................................. 56
9.3.4. Army Hockey Stadium ................................................................................................ 56
9.3.5. SOME OTHER STADIUMS ...................................................................................... 56
9.4. Popular Sports In Rawalpindi ............................................................................................. 57
9.4.1. KABBADI................................................................................................................... 57
9.4.2. Cricket ......................................................................................................................... 57
9.4.3. Field Hockey ............................................................................................................... 57
9.5. Wildlife potential in Rawalpindi district, Punjab. ............................................................... 58
9.6. Cinemas & Theatres ............................................................................................................ 58
10. SERVICES .............................................................................................................................. 60
10.1. SOCIAL AND EMERGENCY SERVICES ................................................................... 60
10.1.1. Rescue 15 - Emergency Reporting Centre .................................................................. 60
10.1.2. RESCUE 1122 ( Punjab Emergency Services) ........................................................... 60
10.1.3. POLICE STATIONS................................................................................................... 61
10.1.4. Edhi Foundation .......................................................................................................... 61
10.1.5. Darul Aman ................................................................................................................. 62
10.1.6. SOS Village .......................................................................................................... 62
10.1.7. Anjuman Faiz -UL -Islam(Apna Ghar) ....................................................................... 63
10.2. Utility Services ................................................................................................................ 63
10.2.1. Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL), .......................................................... 63
10.2.2. IESCO ......................................................................................................................... 64
10.2.3. PTCL ........................................................................................................................... 65
Company Profile ......................................................................................................................... 65
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10.2.4. WASA ......................................................................................................................... 66
10.2.5. POST OFFICE ............................................................................................................ 67
10.2.6. Railway Stations .......................................................................................................... 68
10.2.7. Airport ......................................................................................................................... 68
10.2.8. Highways ..................................................................................................................... 70
10.2.9. Public Transportation .................................................................................................. 71
11. MEGA DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS .................................................................................. 72
11.1. Islamabad International Airport Road ............................................................................. 72
11.2. RING ROAD ................................................................................................................... 73
11.3. Lai Expressway ............................................................................................................... 74
12. INSIDE RAWALPINDI ......................................................................................................... 75
12.1. Famous Historical Places ................................................................................................ 75
12.1.1. Lai Nullah .................................................................................................................... 75
12.1.2. The Mall ...................................................................................................................... 76
12.1.3. Lal Haveli .................................................................................................................... 76
12.1.4. Purana Qilla ................................................................................................................. 77
12.2. FAMOUS Hotels ............................................................................................................. 78
12.2.1. Pearl Continental Hotel ***** .................................................................................... 78
12.2.2. Shalimar Hotel ****.................................................................................................... 78
12.2.3. Akbar International *** ............................................................................................. 79
12.2.4. Flashman’s Hotel......................................................................................................... 79
12.2.5. Hotel Civic .................................................................................................................. 79
12.3. Famous Restaurants......................................................................................................... 80
12.3.1. Lasania Restaurant city ............................................................................................... 80
12.3.2. La Rosh Hotel.............................................................................................................. 80
12.4. FAMOUS FAST FOODS ............................................................................................... 81
12.4.1. KFC - International - (Rawalpindi) ............................................................................. 81
12.4.2. Sub Way - International .............................................................................................. 81
12.5. Roads In Rawalpindi City ............................................................................................... 82
12.6. Famous Markets/ Bazaars ............................................................................................... 84
12.7. Ancient Rawalpindi ......................................................................................................... 90
12.8. Libraries and Museums ................................................................................................... 93
12.9. Museums ......................................................................................................................... 95
12.10. Banking Institutions in Rawalpindi ................................................................................. 96
12.11. Famous Chowk................................................................................................................ 98
12.12. Beautiful Mosque of Rawalpindi .................................................................................... 99
12.13. Great Mourning Days in the Rawalpindi’s History ...................................................... 100
12.14. Political Structure .......................................................................................................... 102
13. WATER RESERVOIR ......................................................................................................... 104
13.1. RAWAL LAKE............................................................................................................. 104
13.2. Misriot Dam .................................................................................................................. 105
13.3. Jawa Dam ...................................................................................................................... 105
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PREFACE
The Research and Development Department of the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce & Industry
has produced a comprehensive book based upon the potentials of investments pertaining to
Rawalpindi Division, i.e. the area of its concern.
This study contains information on population, communication net works, infrastructure, health,
education and the existing industries.
The present study can be helpful in preparing feasibility reports for various industries and thus can
be a useful guide in the pre investment exercises for any venture.
Saiqa Jaffery
Research & Development Officer
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1. HISTORY
Rawalpindi, also known as Pindi, has a long history spread over several millennia. Archaeologists
believe that a distinct culture flourished on this plateau as far back as 3000 years. The material
remains found at the site prove the existence of a Buddhist establishment contemporary to Taxila
and the Vedic civilization (Hindu culture).
Rawalpindi City, the largest urban centre of Northern Punjab and the twin city of Federal Capital
Islamabad is the fifth among the big cities of the country. The name ‘Rawalpindi’ means the abode
of Rawals. The Rawals a jogi tribe, founded a village namely ‘Rawal’ at the site where we have the
Rawal Dam today. When Jhanda Khan, a Ghakkar Chief , founded a new town nearby, at the site of
an old town known as ‘Fatehpur Baori’ he named it ‘Rawalpindi’. Rawalpindi emerged as a fiscal
district during Sikh rule. At the time of Alexander’s invasion, they now comprise Rawalpindi district
was known by the name of Amanda which during Mughal period was known as Sindh-Sagar. In
Tuzk-e-Jehangiri there is a mention of Rawalpindi with its brief history.
However, until 1765, Rawalpindi had little importance when a Sikh Chief Malik Sing took its
control after a bloody, battle with Gakhars. Sardar Malik Singh invited the traders and businessmen
of neighboring areas i.e. Jhelum, Pind Daden Khan and Chakwal to settle in Rawalpindi. The offer
was responded positively and the town of Rawalpindi started growing day by day. In 1849, the area
of Rawalpindi came under the British rule and pace of development accelerated.
During the struggle for freedom in 1857, the martial people of the area against the British
domination. Although they did not succeed, but the British did realize that if they want to rule, they
must conciliate the martial people of the area. In the process of consolidation a cantonment was
established at Rawalpindi and the Divisional Headquarters shifted from Jhelum to Rawalpindi. The
railway was brought to Rawalpindi in 1866. Municipal Committees was constituted in 1867.
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After the first Great War Rawalpindi saw distributed condition following the wake of Khalafat
movement, the post Jalianwala Bagh massacres disturbances, the Afghan war and martial law.
During the Khalafat movement Rawalpindi was the base of the hijrat movement. In the post
Jalianwala Bagh disturbances, there was a good deal of agitation in the district.
Telegraphic wires between Rawalpindi and Murree were cut. Many Government buildings were set
on fire. It was at the Rawalpindi that on 8th of August 1910 a treaty of peace was signed between
Afghanistan and India as a consequence of the end of the Afghan war. When Pakistan resolution was
passed in 1940 the Muslims of the district supported it whole heartedly. When Quaid-e-Azam
Muhammad Ali Jinnah visited Rawalpindi in 1944, he was welcomed rousingly. There was a
communal disturbance in 1947, before Pakistan came into existence. In a simple ceremony at
Rawalpindi, the Pakistan flag was unfurled by the Commander–in-Chief of Pakistan Army. In 1951,
Rawalpindi saw the assassination of the first elected Prime Minister of Pakistan, Liaquat Ali Khan,
in Liaquat Garden. Today Rawalpindi is the headquarters of the Pakistani Army.
The city is home to many industries and factories. Islamabad International Airport is actually in
Rawalpindi, and it serves the city along with the capital. It shares borders with the federal capital
Islamabad. Nala Lai which is famous for its floods runs in the middle of the city and divides it into
two parts i.e. Cantonment and city. It carries the sewerage and waste of the city.
Two major rivers nearby Rawalpindi i.e. Indus and Jhelum but due to low precipitation, water is
stored by building dams. On Jhelum River at Mangla a big reservoir has been constructed. In
addition to this another reservoir Rawal Dam is located in the limits of the federal Government.
The famous Murree Road has been a hot spot for various political and social events. Nala Lai,
famous for its floods. History describes Nala Lai water as pure enough for drinking but now it has
become polluted with the waste water from all sources including factories and houses.
In the wake of the government’s decision to shift Federal Capital from Karachi to the newly selected
site adjacent to Rawalpindi city named as Islamabad. Rawalpindi city became the interim Capital of
Pakistan in 1959.
The city comprises Municipal Corporation and the cantonment. With the inception of Local Body
System in 1885 during British rule, Rawalpindi Municipal Committee was established in 1886. The
Municipal Committee introduced water supply system in 1926 whereas sewer system was laid in
1953.Municipal Committee as upgraded to Rawalpindi Municipal Corporation in 1975 which is
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2. GEOGRAPHY
Rawalpindi is a city in the Potohar Plateau near Pakistan's capital city of Islamabad, in the province
of Punjab. Geographically it is located in the Potohar Plateau at 500 meters above the sea level. It is
located in Punjab on a distance of 275 km north east of Lahore. It is the military headquarters of the
Pakistan Armed Forces and also served as the nation's capital while Islamabad was being
constructed in the 1960s.
2.1. Location
It lies between 33°.04’ 34°.01’ North latitudes and 72°.38’ and 73°.37’ East longitudes.
Rawalpindi is one of the most important city of Rawalpindi Division. Rawalpindi Division
comprises of Rawalpindi, Chakwal, Jhelum and Attock Districts which lay in close vicinity to each
other. District Rawalpindi is bounded by the Jammu and Kashmir State across the river Jhelum on
the East, by Abbotabad District of NWFP on the North, by Attock and Haripur Districts on the West
and by Jhelum and Chakwal Districts on the South.
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2.2. General Details
Rawalpindi is located in the Punjab province, 275 km (171 miles) to the north-west of Lahore. It is
the administrative seat of the Rawalpindi District. Rawalpindi is the fourth populous city in rank
among cities of Pakistan.
The population of Rawalpindi is approximately 3,059,550 ( 2007)
Coordinates 33°36′00″N 73°02′00″E / 33.6, 73.033333 Coordinates: 33°36′00″N 73°02′00″E / 33.6,

73.033333
Altitude; 500 meters AMSL
Area; 5,286 km²
Calling code; 051
Time zone; PST (UTC+5)
No. of Towns; 8
Population; 2,300,000 (1998)
Estimate; 3,059,550 (2007)
Literacy rate; 70.5% (January 2006)
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2.3. Climate
Rawalpindi is chaotic but relatively dust-free. The population is ethnically and linguistically
heterogeneous, comprising Potoharis, Punjabis, Muhajirs, and Pakhtuns. The weather is highly
unpredictable. The average annual rainfall is 36 inches. In summer, the maximum temperature can
sometimes soar up to 52°C, while it may drop to a minimum of -5°C in the winter.
Rawalpindi city has hot summer and moderate cold winter. The average rain fall is 1142 ml. The
coldest month is Jan. when the mean max. temp is 17.7 C and Min 2.6 Degree Centigrade. From
Feb to May the Temp rises at the rate of 5.06 Degree Centigrade per month .The highest temp
reached in June when the temp may touch the 45 Degree Centigrade.
The monsoons set in July in the rain showers cools the atmosphere. The temperature ranges between
5 to 45 degrees and this vast range of forty degrees is responsible for making the climate healthy and
bracing.
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3. RELIGION
The majority of the people of Rawalpindi are Muslims. There are many mosques throughout the city.
The most famous Mosques are Jamia Mosque, Raja Bazaar Mosque and Eid Gah Mosque which
attract thousands of visitors daily.
3.1. Islamic Religious Festivals
Eid ul Fitr and Eid ul Azha are the two major religious festivities celebrated throughout the country
among its Muslim populace.
Thankfulness is one of the four qualities of a Muslim, others being truthfulness, modesty and good
behaviour. Eid ul Fitr is the day of rejoicing and thanksgiving to Allah for giving the strength to the
believers to fast for 29-30 days during the holy month of Ramadan. The day is celebrated at the end
of the Ramadan on the first of Shawal (the 10th month of Islamic calendar). In the evening of 29th
Ramadan, all men and women alike flock on the rooftops to witness the new moon. No sooner it is
sited, a euphoria sets in and everyone rushes to market places to make the last day shopping. Girls
flock the stalls to get their hands beautiful decorated with "henna". On Eid day, women folk prepare
delicious sweet dishes to celebrate the beginning of the day. Before going for the exclusive morning
prayers, each head of the family is to give "fitrana" (alms) equal to 2 1/2 kilo of wheat in respect of
each member of his family to the poor and needy so that they could also share the joy and happiness
of the day. After the prayers children gather around the head of the family to receive "Eidi" - a sum
of money as per the status and financial position of the head - a ritual in which everyone shares. A
lot of fairs are organized for children while the elders call on to the relatives. More than men, women
and children (specially girls) enjoy the festivities of the day by wearing colourful specially made-for-
the-occasion clothes.
Eid ul Azha is celebrated on 10th day of the Zil Hajj (the 12th Islamic month). This day is
celebrated in the memory of the sacrifice made by the prophet Abraham (Abraham) wherein he
offered the life of his son Prophet Ismail to fulfill the decree of the Allah. On this day, all people
who can afford sacrifice a sheep or a goat in the name of Allah as was done by prophet Abraham.
Here too the poor are not forgotten. The meat of the sacrificed goat/sheep/lamb is divided into three
parts; one for distribution among the poor, second for the relatives and third for self and own family.
In addition to the two Eids, the 12th of Rabi-al-Awwal (3rd month of Islamic calendar) is celebrated
as the birthday of the prophet Muhammad (may peace be upon Him) with religious zeal and fervour.
The roads, shops and other buildings are skillfully decorated with buntings and lights to express love
and devotion to the Prophet Muhammad (may peace be upon Him). Special conferences are held to
project the peacefulness of the religion of Islam and the way the prophet Muhammad (peace be upon
him) desired it to be followed. How sad it is that a faction of Muslim hardliners have given a new
and ugly dimension to this peaceful religion by terrorizing the world. This certainly isn't the Islam
Allah and His Prophet wanted. Islam continues to be a religion of peaceful co-existence despite what
some radicals are trying to portray it otherwise.
The cultural activities are different in cities than in village life. Birth of the child is welcomed and
Azan is recited in the ears of new born. The Aqiqa ceremony is held when the head of child is
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shaved and goat or sheep is slaughtered. The common games in villages are Chhun Chhuan, Chaunji
Trap, Changan and tip-cat (Guli Danda). Young people prefer Kabaddi, wrestling, tent pegging and
Bini. The elder folk usually pay a visit to the village choupal while they sit around Huqqa Gossip
about the day’s occurrences. Music and dancing are also common. Bhangra, Summi, Luddi Jhummar
and Giddi in the fairs and festivals are offered.
Most of population in Rawalpindi is mainly Muslim. There are small non-Muslim religious groups
in Rawalpindi. Following are the Non Muslim groups in Rawalpindi City.
3.2. Christians
Christians are the biggest minority group in Rawalpindi, they are distributed throughout the
Pakistan. Although Pakistani Christians have not restricted themselves to any one area of activity,
they have traditionally made an outstanding contribution in health, education, railways and the
police force. They are also playing a growing role in the civil service and defense services. There are
two Churches in Saddar, Rawalpindi. These Churches remain very busy in days of Christmas and
Easter.
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3.3. Sikhism
Sikhism is a very small minority religion in the Rawalpindi but has many cultural, historical and
political ties to the country, and to the historical region of Punjab. The most Historical place of Sikhs
PANJA SB at Hassanabdal is just 47 Km far away from Rawalpindi. A large number of foreigners
Sikhs from all-around of world visit their Holy Place.
OLD SIKH TEMPLE AT COLLEGE ROAD , RAWALPINDI
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3.4. Hinduism
After the Partition of India, Hindus had a much smaller numerical presence in the newly created
state of Pakistan, but has nonetheless played a major role in its culture and politics as well as the
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4. CULTURE
4.1. National Days Celebrations
Living nations always remember those days which played remarkable role for the survival of their
country. This is always being the sign and passion of the patriotic nations. Pakistani nation has also
celebrated its national days with great proud and determination. Similarly the people of the
Rawalpindi also celebrate these memorable days with great passion and remember those days which
gave them new name and identity.
4.1.1. Pakistan Day
March has been the month of resolutions and change for the Pakistanis. This is the month of
revolutions of all colors, red or velvet. On 23rd March, 1940, All India Muslim League held its
annual session at Minto Park, Lahore and passed the historical Pakistan resolution that the Muslims
of subcontinent wanted to create an independent homeland, where they could live in accordance with
their religious and cultural values.
4.1.2. Independence Day
Pakistan's independence day (also known as Yom-e-Istiqlal is observed on 14 August, the day on
which Pakistan became independent from British rule within then what was known as the British Raj
in 1947. The day is a national holiday in Pakistan. The day is celebrated all over the country with
flag raising ceremonies, tributes to the national heroes and fireworks taking place in the capital,
Islamabad.
4.1.3. Defense Day
The 6th of September is a golden chapter in the history of Pakistan, when Pakistan, its military and
people stood united in 1965 in defense of Pakistan. Later in 1971, taking advantage of the civil war
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4.2. Dress
Male usually wear Shalwar, Kameez (Shirt) and

Chaddar (Cloth sheet). The Chaddar is a multipurpose
dress. The color of the men’s dress is generally white,
Khaki or grey, in the hilly region a long coat is worn
in winter while in the plains generally carry a blanket.
Female wear colored Shalwar and Long shirt and a
dopatta/chaddar (head cover). The usual ornaments
like ear rings, bangles, necklaces are worn by the
women on festive occasions or marriages.
4.3. Food And Health
Wheat and Maize are the staple food grains while Bajara is also used to a lesser extent. Meat and
vegetables are also eaten by well to do families. Tea is popular all over the district. Bread is
generally backed in Tandoor.
Due to good weather condition in the district, health of population is generally better. Most of the
people lives in villages and breathe in fresh air and they have better health than urban people.
4.4. Wedding Customs And Traditions
Marriage is generally started by a betrothals ceremony in which women folk along with some male
members of the bride groom’s family go to the house of girl’s parents with suitable gifts in the form
of clothes, sweet and ornaments etc. the bride’s parents feast the party. Marriage ceremony is
observed in some fashion all over the district. Relatives and friends and members of Bradari (tribe)
are invited in the marriages. Relatives and family friends offer gifts to the parents of bride and bride
groom.
4.4.1. Mienu
Mienu is the very first ceremony of Pakistani Wedding after the engagement. From this day on Bride
is proscribed from groom's eyes till the day of marriage. Both sides celebrate this occasion at their
own expense separately. Yellow color symbolizes the day of ubton, the other name of mienu. To
mold into the colors of ubton, family and invited guests wear yellow garments. Starting of this day is
with the recitation of Quran. After the religious formalities, family and friends bring the bride/groom
for the ceremony. The friends and family sits in circle with their percussion equipments (Dholak and
Duff) and sings through out the evening. For ludi (Typical Pothor Dance) invited Dholchi with
Shenai.

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4.4.2. MEHNDI
This ceremony takes place on the night

before the wedding day. This is the event
where you put Henna(Mehndi) on the bride
and groom's hands. This event is very
colorful and full of traditional songs and
dances. Sometimes it is spread over 2 days -
one day over at the groom's place to put
Henna on groom's hand and the second day
over at the bride's house to put Henna on her
hand.

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4.4.3. BARRAT
This is the day that opens a new chapter in the life

of two people. On this day the reception is arranged
by the Bride's parents. On this day the Nikah or the
official signing of paperwork in the presence of a
Imam (Islamic Priest) takes place. The bride doesn't
come out until after the Nikah. The Bride wears a
specially made and heavily embroided outfit for this
special occasion along with loads of jewellery. All
the guests, especially women, are also dressed in
bright colored dresses and jewellery.
Baghi is very popular on wedding occasions now

once again as in the past. Bughi was used by the
Mughals in their rule as there was no other source
of transportation instead of horses. Four or two
horses pull the cart of Baghi and Dulha and Dulhan
sits in it and goes towards their destination.
4.4.4. VALIMA
The Valima reception takes place on the day after the

Wedding. This reception is given by the Groom's side of
the family.

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4.5. Superstitious /Beliefs
Most of the people in the district are Muslims. Influence of Peerisam is quite strong. Rawalpindi
Shrines of the Pir of Golara Sharif, Dewal Sharif and Mohra Sharif are visited by large number of
devotees at the annual Urs of these saints. The people generally have a conservative out look on life
and are particular in the observance of religious ceremonies. Majority of the people especially in the
rural areas offer prayers regularly and observe fast during Ramzan.
Besides, there are many shrines of respected saints in different parts of the Rawalpindi district where
people come to pay homage from all over the country. The most famous of these shrines are those of
Pir Mohammad Qasim in Mohra Sharif and Mian Fazal Rabbani of Kalyam Awan and Malik Siraj of
Pothar, Darbar Shah DI Taliayan, Darbar Shah Chan Chirag , a large number of people also go at
Eid Gah Sharief for their prayers.
DAR
BAR SHAH CHAN CHIRAGH
This is the burial place of the patron saint of Rawalpindi. Shah Chan Chiragh was the elder brother
of Bari Imam of Islamabad.

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5. ECONOMY
Rawalpindi is one of the important cities of Pakistan. After the weakening of Mughal dynasty in
India, Sikhs grabbed the power and they settled the area in 1765 and invited the nearby traders to
Rawalpindi. This proved to be a significant milestone in the history of the city and the city gradually
became a trade hub due to its location between the Punjab and Kashmir. During the Raj days it
became biggest cantonment in Sub-continent. It is a railroad junction and an important industrial and
commercial center.
The main industry of the city includes an oil refinery, industrial gas processing, steel re-rolling, iron
mills, railroad yards, a brewery, sawmills, and factories making tents, textiles, hosiery, pottery, and
leather goods. Rawalpindi industrial base is diverse and also includes flour mills, beverages and fruit
preservation, cigarettes, pharmaceutical, furniture, glass products, marble processing, sewing
machines etc.
Due to the location of the Army headquarters various organizations specializing in military hardware
are based here. Many people from the federal capital especially from the low income classes came to
Rawalpindi for shopping as it offers greater opportunities in terms of saving as compared to the
Islamabad. Majority of the Rawalpindi population is associated with the agriculture; the city
produces two types of crops Rabi and Kharif and Wheat, bajra, maize, potato, and vegetables are the
major products of the city. Rawalpindi also produces a variety of fruits including groundnuts, pears,
apples, citrus, apricots, walnuts are grown in Rawalpindi.
According to the general survey of industry conducted by Directorate of Industries and

Mineral Development Punjab. There are at present 939 industrial units operating in the district. This
district is not famous for industrial goods like other districts. The progress has been mostly in the
private sector. The existing industrial units provide employment to about 35,000 persons i.e. about
1.6% of district population is directly employed in large, medium and small industrial units.
Apparently there is no shortage of skilled manpower. The Technical/Vocational Training Institute

operating in the district turn out about 1974. Technicians/Artisans annually trained in various fields
of engineering. Air conditiong, Drafting, Metallurgy, Welding, Auto knitting and commerce etc.
Kohinoor Textile Mills: Kohinoor Mills is the largest unit in the district, which is located near
Naseer Abad and is equipped with 50,000b spindles and 1,021 power looms.
Wattan Woolen Mills: Next is Wattan Woolen and Hosiery Mills fitted 10,000 spindles.
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5.1. Back Ground Of Occupations
The rural population is essentially agricultural or dependent upon the results of agriculture; and a
return which shows the rural population as a little less than three-sevenths nonagricultural, and a
little more than four-sevenths agricultural, is misleading.
A great many persons eke oat their incomes which they derive from land usually in kind daily labour
of various kinds. The Zamindars in the villages near Murree will in a few days earn enough as
coolies on the road to pay their land revenue for the year, the rates of daily labour in that tehsil being
always artificially kept far above the natural wages of labour, very much no doubt to the advantage
of the neighboring villages.
Whenever remunerative labour is to be obtained not far from their own Homes, those of the families
of zamindars in all parts of the district whose assistance is not required in cultivating the family
lands, will go to far from their homes for such work, but will flock to it if it be available within
moderate distance.
There are very few tribes which do not till their own lands nowadays; in fact there are no tribes
which can be so described. The chief families of Gakkhar, Janjuas, Johdras and Ghebas do not do so,
and Sayads never cultivate themselves if they can avoid it, but the humbler members of all tribes till
their own fields. Sayad women never work in the fields and Gakkhars or Janjua women rarely. The
women of other tribes help in most agricultural operations, except ploughing. Like the men of the
tribe, the Malliar women are the most industrious and do most field-work.
The ordinary non-agricultural inhabitants of the village of the district are:

Joluha (weaver)
Teli (oil-man)
Kashmiri (usually spinners)
Mochis (leather workers)
Lohar (blacksmith)
Tarkhan (carpenter)
Mirasi (musician)
Musalli (sweeper)
Sunar (goldsmith)
With Khatris, Brahmans, Kohlis and a few others. These only form a small percentage of the total
population, and are most of them or less dependent on the outrun from agricultural operations.
5.2. Initialization Of Trading Classes
The trading classes who are almost entirely confined to the city of Rawalpindi and the, so-called, by
courtesy, towns of the district, do not require detailed notice. The Parachas of Malah-Tola and
Makhad are very enterprising traders, going to Kabul and Bukhara for their commodities, chiefly silk
goods, gold threads, gold seals and such like, and taking them again even as far as to Bombay and
Calcutta. They also deal largely in hides.

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5.3. Industries And Manufacturers
A large number of lacquered legs for bed-steads (charpais) are made by the tarkhans of Akhias and
Kamlial in tehsil Pidigheb, Kuri-Dolal, tehsil Rawapindi, and Salgraon, tehsil Kahutta. These fetch
from annas 12 to Rs. 10 for the set of 4; and are made of Shisham, phulaa, or khair wood, Pihras, or
low chairs, and spinning-wheels are also made by the same class in considerable quantities. The
chairs cost from Re. 1 to Rs. 8; the spinning wheels, from Re: 1 to Rs. 6. other wooden articles are
also constructed for sale in many of the villages, especially in tehsil Kahuta, where wood is plentiful.
The lohars of Manianda, tehsil Pindigheb, make

padlocks of iron, and stirrups are made at this
village and in several places in Fatehjang and at
Hassan Abdal.
Iron vessels of large size (karah) are made at

Makhad, costing from Re. 1 to Rs. 40, according to
size. Baking-plates are also made here.
Reed matting, known as phur, is made in some

villages in Attock tehsil, embroidered shoes,
chappris, and sandals (kheri) are made at Kot,
Chauntra, Pindigheb, and Hazro.
Country cloth of various kinds is made throughout

the district; blankets are manufactured in
considerable quantities in tehsil Kahuta, and in parts
of Pindigheb and Fatehjang engage in the
manufacture of these articles, which are sold in
Rawalpindi, Peshawar and elsewhere in
considerable numbers.
Saddles are made in Rawalpindi and also in

Bisandot (tehsil Kahuta), Pindigheb and Fatehjang,
costing from Rs.5 to Rs. 20. Silk-work of various
kinds is done by the women of the Attock tehsil
especially. Phulkaris are made in many places,
those of Hazro and Rawalpindi being the best. The
stone of the Kashmiri hill, known as abri, is worked
into cups and other shapes in Pind Trer and Kawa,
neighboring villages. Snuff is manufactured in
Hazro to considerable extent, and in smaller
quantities in Makhad Soap of a common country
kind is made at Rawalpindi, Fatehjang, and at
Makhad. Leather manufacturers have diminished;
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There is now no considerable manufacture of Kuzas, or earthen-jars, at Fatehjang, as there is said

to have once been. Oil is manufactured in many of the villages of the district; especially of it is
exported across the Indus.
Mr. Lockwood Kipling, Principal of the Lahore school of Art, has kindly furnished the following
note on some of the industries of the district: “There seems to be no special manufacture of any
kind in this district. Boats are built for use on the Indus at Attock and Pindigheb, Richly carved
Chaukats for doors and windows are occasionally made as in other parts of Punjab. From a
village near Hassan Abdal some good cotton cloth prints (arbas), rough in execution but fairly
good in color, have been procured. But while the district cannot be said to do a regular export
trade in any special branch, it must be imagined there is a total absence of industries. Here, as
else where, the cotton weaver’s complaint that their trde suffers from European competitions and
it is said they are turning to wool weaving.”
Boats are occasionally built at Attock and Makhad; both lie on the Indus bank. The Phulkaris of
the Hazro and Rawalpindi towns deserved notice in the production of the district. It is very
doubtful if the weavers have as yet to any extent given up their old trade in favor of wool
weaving.
5.4. Popular Industries
5.4.1. Marble Industry In Rawalpindi/Islamabad Region
History
Marble Industry has an imperative presence in the Rawalpindi/Islamabad Region. First investment
came in 1960s when two industries one in I-9 Islamabad and one in Rawalpindi Cantt started their
operations as full processors. The stone was sourced from NWFP in aaloo shape (blasted) and was
converted into slabs and tiles, which were then forwarded to various cities all over the country.
The market expanded and entrepreneurs form Islamabad/Rawalpindi invested heavily in this
industry.
The local consumption was a big factor for this heavy investment in those days as a new city was
been constructed. Islamabad being the capital city was also giving good margins to industry and
therefore growth in the investment as well as number of units increased in manifolds.
The cluster became the largest market for processed building stone in the country and to keep itself
strengthened and market leader, cluster members initiated and implemented the idea of organizing
and promoting this industry. The cluster took a monumental step in 1979 and an Association for all
marble industry of Pakistan was being formed. Initially it comprised of members only from this
cluster and was not registered under the ordinance. After strengthening linkages it was then
incorporated as a company with limited liability under Companies Ordinance (XLVII of 1984) in
October 1987.

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The association comprising of 8 founding members (all from Islamabad/Rawalpindi region) started
its operations as a registered association in Islamabad and expanded its outreach with incorporating
4 zonal offices situating in Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Karachi and Lahore.
Present Situation Of Cluster:
There are about 180-220 enterprises related to Marble industry in this region. The geographical
spread of the units can be sketched as 40% each are operating in the areas of I-9 Markaz, I-9/1 and
I-9/3; and Rawalpindi Cantt while 20% are spread over Tarnol, Sangjani, and other areas of
Rawalpindi city.
Major processes include loading/unloading, handling & storing, cutting & sizing, and
finishing/polishing of marble blocks into slabs, tiles, phool, patti and other handicrafts. The cluster
is not manufacturing value-added products other than fireplaces, flower vases and fountains, which
are also in small quantities. There are many types of finishing that includes polishing, sand
blasting, bush hammering, acid finishing, brush finishing, honed finishing etc. but are only used by
1-2 exporters. There is only one genuine handicraft manufacturer and exporter in the whole region.
More than 2000 labor is associated with this industry working as supervisor, ustaad and unskilled
workers. Most of the labor has education level below primary. As far as segregation by size and
operation is concerned, all gang saw operators (large units) and (H.V) horizontal and vertical
cutters (medium units) are procuring raw stone.

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5.4.2. Furniture Industry in Rawalpindi
Total Production of Furniture in the region:
The estimated annual wood consumption is around 150,000-300,000 cubic ft. The average cost of
this wood is around Rs. 160 million calculating on the basis of 400 rupees per cubic foot on an
average type of wood. Besides this around 100 million of manmade material is also used. Hardly,
any source available to gather the anticipated growth rate. Estimated growth figure is around 10%.
Capacity Utilization
Capacity utilization of the existing unit is not sufficient even to meet the demand of the domestic
market. It is below 50%. None of the unit has the capability to produce goods at mass level. Even
the medium sized units take minimum 3-4 months for an order. Sufficient gap exists and it is
increasing day by day with the increase in the population of the country.
Main Cluster Areas
As it is mentioned above furniture industry consider as the one of the major industry in Rawalpindi.
In Rawalpindi different areas are the hub of the furniture there names are mentioned below.
1. Shamsabad
2. Faizabad
3. Kurry Road (Sadiq Abad)
4. Kurry Road (Sultan Da Khoo)
5. Khana Road
6. Chakala Road
7. Hazara Colony
8. Mohan purrah
9. Anayat Bazar
10. Saddar

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Furniture Business Opportunities in Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi has many business and educational establishments, as well as residential areas. The
Furniture retailers have great business opportunities here, since all kinds of furniture, from office
to lounge furniture, are in huge demand in the City.
Furnishers in Rawalpindi equip homes, schools, hotels and restaurants. The establishments in the
city need showcases, lockers, shelves, etc. that are manufactured by many big and small
furniture-manufacturing units.
The furniture businesses in Rawalpindi employ more than 25,000 people. Therefore, it is a good
idea to look into the business opportunities offered by the furniture manufacturing business in
Rawalpindi.
Starting a Furniture Business in Rawalpindi:
While Rawalpindi offers many opportunities to start a furniture business, you also need to be
creative and stock the kind of furniture that appeals to the eye and is comfortable as well. Your
marketing strategies must be good, and you should take care to build good customer relations.
Here are some things to consider when starting a Furniture Business in Rawalpindi.
• Creativity: The Furniture Business needs good, original ideas to survive the fiercely
competitive market. You can consult books and attend workshops to get an idea of what the
customer wants.
• Material: Choose what kind of material goes into the furniture you retail. You can sell wood or
metal furniture. Polish affects the quality of the material, so that must be kept in mind.
• Design: The design of the furniture you retail depends on where the furniture will be used. Do
you want to sell office or home furniture?
• Price: Decide on the price for selling your furniture. You can retail furniture for general or
high-end markets.
• Website: Have a website where you can put up an online catalogue of the furniture you retail.
Be sure to include photographs.
• Variety: Have a large variety of furniture in your showroom. You can sell anything from chairs
to sofas, side tables and stools. Even couches, sofas, lampshades, lamps stands, consoles are in
demand.
Once your furniture business gets off, you need to provide good customer relation services to
attract clientele. By stocking the best quality goods, and selling innovative products, you can
make your furniture business a huge success in Rawalpindi.
A Report by Ms. Afsheen Siab Kayani

Asst. Secretary R&D-RCCI

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5.5. Back Ground Of Gas Works
The Rawalpindi Gas-works were erected by Government in 1868. The gas is used for lighting all
the European barracks, the churches, etc. It is made from mustard oil, petroleum and wood. The
Petroleum is procured from two locatives, Fatehjang, 30 miles from Rawalpindi, and Kalabagh
on the Indus, in the Bannu district.
The total outrun of petroleum from Fatehjang was about 1,200 gallons last year.
There are now no borings at Kalabagh. The oil is collected as it, trickles with water from fissures
of rocks in a deep ravine. The total oil collected is about 1,600 gallons per annum.
The petroleum costs, delivered at Rawalpindi:-
Fatehjang oil…. Rs.16 per hundred gallons.

Kalabagh oil….. 28 ditto.
The oil is used in its raw state, and is not distilled nor purified in any way. Its color is dark green
by reflected light and a bright golden yellow by, transmitted light. One gallon yields 260 cubic
feet of gas, sufficient to light one jet for 90 hours.
5.6. Oil Wells
Borings for petroleum were first made in 1870, when a well was sunk at Sadkal at the foot of the
southern slope of the Kala Chitta hills, three miles from Fatehjang.
The area taken up for the works is 4 acres 2 roods 4poles. Five borings have been made, 4 inches
in diameter each; No. 1 is 100n feet deep; No. 2, 50 feet; No. 3, 80 feet; No. 4, 60 feet; No. 5,
100 feet. The borings are 35 feet from each other, and the oil is drawn out in small dipping tubes
with ropes and brings up about 2 pins of mixed oil and water.
This is thrown into a cistern, from bottom of which the heavier water is drawn off, leaving the oil
above.
For the first eight years the average outturn of oil was about 30 maunds per diem, but since 1878
the quantity of oil obtained from the wells has gradually decreased, and the outturn from the
wells is now about 1,000 gallons per year.
The petroleum now costs Rs. 20 per one hundred gallons delivered at the Rawalpindi gas-works.
This includes the cost of maintaining the borings in working order.
In the rains the oil which comes up in the borings is very much mixed with water.
In 1887-89, an attempt to increase the output of oil was made by deepening boring No. 3 and by
making another boring 800 feet deep, but the operations did not lead to any appreciable
difference in the quantity of oil obtained annually.
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6. TRADE & BUSINESS
6.1. Initial Days Of Trade
The trade of the district used to centre in Rawalpindi, Hazro and Makhad, but Gujar Khan now
absorbs a very large part of it. The ordinary manufacturers of the district, described above, are
exported to some small extent; and a good deal of snuff is sent away from Hazro raid the Lawrence
pur station on the North-Western Railway; but the great exports of the district are food grains and
oilseeds, and in years of good harvests and favorable prices, the exports of wheat from Gujar Khan
are very considerable.
Women’s pajamas made at Hazro and elsewhere, are exported in considerable quantities to
Peshawar and across the frontier. Wool blankets and hides are also exported to some extent.
In old days the imports are piece-goods from Calcutta and Amritsar, rice from neighboring
districts, Sialkot, Wazirabad, Peshawar, Kashmir and Sawat; rice being little grown, and that of
inferior quality in this district. Ghee is brought in from Punch, Kashmir and Hazara and other
districts of the Punjab. Salt comes from Jhelum and Kalabagh; refined Sugar from Bombay,
Shahjahanpur, Hoshiarpur and Jallundur; gur from Sialkot, Peshawar, Jallundur and Meerut; fruit
and vegetables from Lahore and Gujranwala; fruits from Kashmir, ra and the sea-ports; country
cloths froth Amritsar and Ludhiana; raw cotton and indigo from Multan; hardware from Amritsar,
Delhi and Gujranwala; Silk from Amritsar, Jallundur, and Peshawar; leather from Kashmir,
Peshawar, and Gujrat; thick cloths, pattus, & c., from Kashmir; timber, chiefly deodar, from
Kashmir. Fire-wood is also brought in from Khairabad. The Kashmir trade is registered at Murree
and at Lachman ferry on the Jhelum river.
The trade of the Rawalpindi district with Kashmir, however, does not as a rule go beyond Srinagar,
Yarkand and Ladakh. Traders seem to prefer the Kulu toute, which is probably shorter than the
route through the Kashmir valley. Ghee, timber, charas, dyes, fruits, drugs and medicines and rice
deserve mention among the imports; and cotton piece-goods and Lahori salt, metals, and unrefined
sugar are noticeable among the exports, in 1886 also a considerable quantity of wheat, chiefly, it is
believed, for seed, was exported to Kashmir.
Trade with all districts on the line of railway is carried on by that means. With Kashmir the trade
used to be carried on by mules donkeys and bullocks, but during the past years enormous strings of
camels were employed to carry salt and wheat into the valley. There is also a certain amount of
trade carried on by the boats on the Indus River; this is chiefly a trade in food grains. Trade across
the frontier is carried on by beasts of burden; with Kabul mostly by means of camels. Except on
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6.2. Existing Pattern Of Industrial Development
6.2.1. Description of Existing Industry
There are cottage/small/medium/large scale industrial units operating in the Division with Public
sector and private sector. Some Defense oriented industries are also operating in the Division.
Major Industrial units comprise of Ordinance Factory, Heavy Mechanical Complex, Heavy
Foundry and Forge, Heavy Rebuild Factory, Petroleum Refinery, cotton and woolen Textiles,
distillery, cigarettes, flour mills, pharmaceuticals, industrial gases, glass products, poultry feed,
mineral processing, cement, steel re-rolling, iron mills, railroad yards, a brewery, sawmills, and
factories making tents, textiles, hosiery, pottery, and leather goods. Rawalpindi industrial base is
diverse and also includes flour mills, beverages and fruit preservation, cigarettes, furniture, glass
products, marble processing, sewing machines etc.
Sr. No. Industry

1. Arms and Ammunition
2. Brewery/Distillery
3. Cotton Textile (Spinning & Weaving)
4. Cement
5. Chipboard
6. Cigarettes
7. Casting and Forging
8. Cement Products
9. Chemicals
10. Fruit and Vegetable Processing
i) Fruit Juices
ii) Squashes
iii) Food Products
11. Fruit & Food Preservation
12. Fire Bricks
13. Flour Milling
14. Glass Products
15. Glass Sheets
16. Gas Appliances
17. Gypsum
18. Heavy Industrial Machinery & Parts
19. Hosiery Goods
20. Industrial Gases
i) Oxygen Gas
ii) Dissolved Acetylene
21. Insecticides/Pesticides
22. Light Engineering
23. Lime Klin
24. Liquified Petroleum Gases

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25. Mineral Processes
26. Marble Tiles and Slabs
27. Pharmaceutical
i) Tablets
ii) Liquid /Syrups
iii) Capsules
iv) Misc. Pharmaceuticals
28. Poultry Feed
29. Paint and Varnish
30. Pumps all sorts
31. P.V.C. Footwear
32. Petroleum Oil Refinery
33. Plastic Shoes
34. Rexene Cloth and Products
35. R.C.C. Pipes and Jellies
36. Specialized Textiles
37. Steel Re-Rolling
38. Stone Crushing
39. Sewing Machines
40. Soda Ash
41. Synthetic Resins (FORMALDEHYDE)
42. Sanitary Wares-Ceramics
43. Tyre Retreading
44. Textile Machinery and Parts
i) Spindles
ii) Rings
45. Tannery
46. Vegetable Ghee/Cooking Oil
47. Woolen Textile (Spinning & Weaving)
6.3. Potentials Of Trade And Business
Keeping in view of the availability of raw materials, skilled labour, linkage between the industrial
units, local/national/international demand, future industrial potential of district Rawalpindi is as
under:
It would, however, be kept in mind that though the above mentioned factors facilitate the success
of any industrial unit, yet the entire success depends upon investors/entrepreneurs and the
capabilities of the personnel having the managerial control because any of these factors, if lacking
is manageable. Therefore, it is advisable that detailed feasibility of industrial projects must be
carried out before making final decision for investment.

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6.3.1. Agriculture
Agriculture sector is the lifeline of Pakistan's economy. It contributes 24% to the GDP, employs
48.4 percent of the labor force and contributes to 70% of the foreign exchange earnings through
export of raw materials; semi processed and processed agricultural products.
Rawalpindi Division is relatively poor in agriculture production, its major crops and fruit are
wheat, maize, jawar, ground nut, guava and apple.
6.3.2. Livestock
Livestock plays a vital role in the country economy. It accounts for 38.4% of the agricultural value
added and 9.3% of national GDP. Its net foreign exchange earnings were to the tune of Rs: 51.5
billion for the year 2001-02, which accounted 11.4% of the overall export earnings of the country.
Its role in the rural economy may well be realized from the fact that 5-7 million rural families are
involved in raising livestock. These rural household have 2-3 cattle/buffalo and 4-6 sheep/goat and
6-8 birds per family deriving 25-30% of their income from it. Livestock sector had achieved 4 -5
% growth during the last decade.
As Division of Rawalpindi is poor in agriculture production, the dairy farms and cattle/sheep/goat
fattening farms can be good income generating sources for the farmers. In addition, there also exist
good prospects for tannery, footwear, leather Products, leather garments, poultry/cattle feed,
meat/poultry processing units, egg yolk powder and poultry farm equipment, etc.
6.3.3. Forests
The Rawalpindi region is quite rich in forest resources. In this area there is good scope for
furniture, veneer board, flush doors/windows and even wood-pulp for paper industry.
6.3.4. Minerals
Fire clay, gypsum, Silica sand, Soda ash, rock salt, dolomite bentonite, limestone are the major
mineral available in this area and as such it offers excellent opportunities to setup industries based
on these raw materials.
6.3.5. Industry
In the division of Rawalpindi, there are some important industries such as Heavy Mechanical
Complex, Oil refinery, cigarettes, Pharmaceuticals, glass, cement, cotton, woolen, textile and
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good potentials of setting up down-stream industries and vendering units for Heavy Mechanical
Complex, Heavy Foundry and Forge, Attock Refinery, POF etc. Besides, there also exists scope of
petro-chemical products, glass hollow-ware, glass ample, pharmaceutical, household appliances,
PVC pipes, Steel, sanitary fitting, electrical accessories, electric cables, wires etc.
6.3.6. Consumer Goods Industries
In view of requirements of twin cities of Rawalpindi/Islamabad, there exists good prospects for
biscuits, confectionery, cosmetics, ready made garments for men and women, fashion apparel,
machine made carpets, woolen knitwear, steel furniture, rubberized/mechanical toys, children
wear, sports wear etc.
6.3.7. Fish Farming
Region’s major natural resource is its fair rain fall and perennial springs and rivulets, besides
extensive land erosion and rain harvesting program can create hundreds of water reservoirs and
ponds, suitable for wide spread fish farming. This can be proven very profitable source for farmers
creating additional rural employment opportunities.
6.3.8. Disciplined and trained work force
There is a strong availability of large no’s of local ex-service men disciplined and trained
workforce for industrial and development projects.
6.3.9. Willing work force seeking employment
Large jobless population of extremely hardworking force both male and female seeking
employment. There is a great potential in these people and these are willing to work but lack of
technical training, which is as a result of unavailability of technical institutions leaves them
jobless.
6.4. Potentials For Foreign Investment In Rawalpindi
The Rawalpindi Region, which was in the past neglected for major investments in the industrial
sector, has now emerged as a potential investment area. With the cheap land and labor coupled with
availability of numerous raw materials and attractive incentives, this region has now gained the
status of a zone for all sort of industrial investment.
This region is quite rich in all types of infrastructural facilities. It is situated on the main highway
and railroad connecting the rest of the country with excellent network.

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Climatically, it is a best suited area for industrial investment. The inhabitants, who had migrated to
other industrial areas of the country as well as abroad for jobs, are returning back bringing with them
wealth of technical skills and managerial know how. Therefore, the investors would not find any
dearth in the skilled work force.
This region is quite rich in huge deposits of multifarious types of minerals. Most of these deposits
are unexploited, under-exploited or not so for used as raw material in industries. These mineral
deposits have large potentials not only for the industrial activities but also for exports to foreign
markets.
Since the Government of Pakistan gives great importance to the foreign investment, this region
offers high potentials to foreign investors. Local partners are easily available who are always looking
for foreign collaborators with capital and technology. Taking the advantages of the potentials for
industrialization in this area, the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry have also
established an Industrial Estate in Rawalpindi in which thousands of industrial plots have been
developed with all the modern infrastructures. This industrial Estate has already attracted quite a
number of investors from foreign countries.
Following are the foreign policies for different sectors for investors in Pakistan.
6.4.1. Manufacturing/Industrial Sector
Foreign investors are permitted to hold 100% of the equity of industrial projects without any
permission of the Government and no Government sanction is required for setting up any industry in
terms of field of activity, location and size except for the following:
• Arms & Ammunitions

• High explosives
• Radioactive substances
• Security printing, Currency and Mint.
• Alcoholic beverages or liquors
No NOC from provincial Government is required for locating the project anywhere in the country
except in areas that are notified as negative areas.
6.4.2. Non-Manufacturing/Industrial Sector
Foreign Investment 100% equity on repatriable basis is allowed in the service, Infrastructure Social
and Agriculture sectors subject to conditions indicated against each.
Registration of Company with Security Exchange Commission is of Pakistan under the Companies
Ordinance, 1984 is required under intimation to the State Bank of Pakistan.

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6.4.3. Service Sector:
Activities
FDI in service sector is allowed in any activity subject to condition of prior permission/NOC or
license from the concerned agencies and subject to provisions of respective sect oral polices.
Conditions
100% foreign equity allowed on repatriable basis.
The amount of foreign equity investment in the company/project shall be at least US$ 0.15 million.
6.4.4. Infrastructure Sector:
Activities
Infrastructure projects, including the development of Industrial Zones.
Conditions
100% foreign equity allowed on repatriable basis.
6.4.5. Social Sector
Activities:
Education, Technical/Vocational Training, Human Resource Development (HRD), Hospitals,
Medical and Diagnostic Services.
Conditions
100% foreign equity is allowed.
6.4.6. Others
Tourism:
Tourism has been given the status of Industry in accordance with Ministry of Industries and
Production.
Plant, machinery & equipment, not manufactured locally, of tourism, hotels and tourism related
projects are importable at custom duty of 5% and zero rated sales tax.

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Detail of Machinery are plant, machinery and equipment, not manufactured locally, imported by
tourism, hotels and tourism related projects, in excess of five percent customs duty livable.
Housing and Construction:
The Housing and Construction has also been declared as industry. Plant, machinery & equipment,
not manufactured locally, of housing & construction industry are importable at custom duty of 5%
and zero rated sales tax.
Details of machinery are Plant, machinery and equipment, not manufactured locally, imported by
the manufacturing industries, in excess of five percent customs duty livable.
Local and foreign companies involved in real estate projects will not market these projects unless
the title of the property is transferred in the name of a locally incorporated company and the
“Commencement of Business” certificate is issued by the Security Exchange Commission of
Pakistan to the firm.
Information technology:
Computer Software and information Technology (IT) have been declared as industry.
Plant, machinery and equipment of Information Technology projects are importable at custom duty
of 5% and zero rated sales tax, if not manufactured locally and as certified through Central Board
of Revenue by the Facilitation Committee of Board of Investment Islamabad.
Details of machinery are: Telecommunication i.e. E-mail/internet/electronic information services,
audio-fax services, voicemail services, card pay phone services etc.
6.5. Leading Industries in different sectors:
6.5.1. Bakery Products
1. Classic Capital (Pvt.) LTD Bakery; Dhok Kala Khan Shamsabad
2. Continental Baking Industries; Industrial area Peshawar Road
3. Subhan Food Industries;Mehrabad Colony Peshawar Road
4. Waqar Food products PVT. Ltd. Dhok Mustaqeem Peshawar Road
5. West End Bakery Nishter Street Saddar
6.5.2. Beverage
6. Murree Brewery Company LTD; National Park Road

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6.5.3. Cement Products
7. Javedan Precasting (Ptv) Ltd; Old G.T. Road Morgah
6.5.4. Ceramics Products
8. Westridge Fireclay Industries; Westridge Rawalpindi
6.5.5. Chip/Straw Board
9. Capital Plywood Industry; Kaller Syedan Rawat Road
6.5.6. Diapers Plant
10. Snappies Baby Diapers Plant ; Peshawar Road
6.5.7. Domestic Hardware
11. Azam Industries Dhok Dalal
12. Nawaz Brothers; Dhok Safoo Pirwadhai
6.5.8. Drugs & Pharmaceuticals
13. W. Laboratories (PVT) Ltd. ;Haider Road Saddar
14. Ambrosia Pharmaceuticals ;Industrial Area Rawat
15. Biosynth Pharma (PVT) Ltd ; Peshawar Road
16. Honig Pharmaceuticals; Adyala Road
17. IPRAM International; Industrial Zone Rawat
18. NEOMEDIX ; Industrial Zone Rawat

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19. Olive Laboratories ; National Industrial Zone Rawat
20. Shaigan Pharmaceuticals (PVT) Ltd; Adyala Road
21. Unimar Pharmaceuticals ; National Industrial Zone Rawat
22. Webros Pharmaceuticals; Industrial Area Rawat
6.5.9. Flour Mills
23. Al Madina Flour and General Mills; Naswari Bazar
24. Al Hameed Flour & General Mills; Railway Workshop Road
25. Al-Harmain Flour Mills; Industrial area Rawat
26. Al Karim Flour Mills; Rawat
27. Al-Khizria Roller Flour Mills; Dhok Elahi Bukhsh
28. Al-Majahid Flour Mills; Ratta Road
29. Al-Noor Flour & General Mills; Kallar Road Rawat
30. Al-Qamar Flour Mills (PVT) Ltd; Railway Workshop Road
31. Al-Wahab Flour & General Mills, Westridge
32. Classic Flour & General Mills Rawat
33. Habib Flour & General Mills; Ratta Road
34. Jan & Jan Flour & General Mills;Rawat
35. Khurram Flour & General Mills; Westridge
36. Khyber Flour Mills; Seham Road
37. Kohsar Al-Hilal Flour Mills (PVT) Ltd; Westridge
38. Naseer Flour Mills Ratta Road
39. New Al-Hilal Flour Mills Westridge
40. Pak Roller Flour & General Mills; Peshawar Road
41. Punjab Flour Mills (Pvt) Ltd; Westridge Factory Area

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42. Rawat Flour Mills; Rawat
43. United Kashmir Flour Mills (Pvt) Rawat
44. VIP Flour Mills (Pvt) Ltd Rawat
6.5.10. Food Products
45. Aga khan Health Services Iodized Salt Plant ; Bangash Colony, Pirwadhai
46. Farmer Market (Pvt) Ltd
47. Fauji Cereals Dhamial Road
48. Tops Food & Beverages ; National Park Road
6.5.11. Industrial/Burn Gases
49. Foundation Gas Filling Plant Morgah
50. New Crecent Carbonic Gas Co.

Kashmir Road
6.5.12. LPG Cylinders
51. Fauji Metals new Lalazar
6.5.13. Plastic Products
52. Fine Plastic Works; Zafar ul Haq Road
6.5.14. Poultry Feeds
53. JI Interprises; Industrial Estate Rawat
54. SB Feed Industries (Pvt.) Ltd. Rawat

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6.5.15. Refinery
55. Attock Refinery Limited

Morgah Refinery
6.5.16. Textile Composite
56. Kohinoor Textile Mills Ltd

Peshawer Road Rawalpindi
6.5.17. Textile Spinning
57. D.M.Textile Mills Ltd. Westridge
6.5.18. Tyre and Tubes
58. Loan Tyre & Rubber Co. (Pvt) Ltd.; Adamjee Street
6.5.19. Unani Medicines
59. New Dehli Dawakhana Ghazni Road
6.5.20. Woolen Textile Spinning/Weaving
60. Rahat Woolen Mills (Pvt) Ltd.; Peshawar Road
7. HEALTH SECTOR

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The Rawalpindi gets the remarkable development in the field of Health in last decay. This region is
full of Health facilities.
Detail of some prominent institutes of both sectors is following;
7.1. Rural Health Centres (RHC)
1. Bagga Sheikhan Tehsil Rawalpindi.

2. Chountra Tehsil Rawalpindi.
3. Khayaban e Sirsyed Tehsil Rawalpindi
7.2. Basic Health Units (BHU)
BHU Rehmat Abad, Rawalpindi.
7.3. Govt. Rural Dispensaries (GRD)
Shakrial Rawalpindi
7.4. MCH Centres
1. Dhok Ali Akber, Rawalpindi

2. Kamalabad Rawalpindi
3. Jhawery Rawalpindi
4. Satellite Town Rawalpindi
5. Teli Mohallah Rawalpindi
6. Khurram Colony
7. Taji Jhanugi
8. Krishanpura Rawalpindi
9. Rammabad
10. Shakrial Rawalpindi
7.5. Government Hospitals
1. Social Security Hospital Rawalpindi.
2. Holy Family Hospital saidpur Road, Rawalpindi
3. Rawalpindi General Hospital(RGH),

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4. District Headquarters Hospital (DHQ), Fawara Chowk Rawalpindi.
7.6. Army Hospitals in Rawalpindi
1. AFIC ( Armed Forces Institute Of Cardiology)
2. Military Hospital Rawalpindi.
3. Combined Military Hospital
7.7. Major Private Hospitals in Rawalpindi
1. Hearts International 192-A The Mall, Rawalpindi

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2. Shahid Dental Clinic R.A. Bazar Road, Opposite Shell Petrol Pump, Rawalpindi.
3. Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital Jhelum Road, Rawalpindi.
4. Amin Mediacl Center Hydri Chowk, Said pur Road, Rawalpindi.
5. Attock Hospital Private Ltd Morgah, Rawalpindi Cantt.
6. Aziz Nursing Home Saidpur Road, Rawalpindi.
7. Batool Hospital H-241. BH Building, Committee chowk Rawalpindi. 5551237
8. Bilal Hospital 38-A Satellite Town Rawalpindi 051-4438001
9. Fatima Clinic 993-B, Near Hydri Chowk, Satellite Town, Rawalpindi.
10. Fazal Eye Clinic Near Kali Tanki Mosque, Saidpur Road, Rawalpindi
11. Marie Adel Aid Leprosy Center Northern Regional Office PD- 425 7th Road, Satellite
Town, Rawalpindi
12. Munna Bhai Hospital Westridge 1, Rawalpindi Cantt
13. Rahat Clinic Near Hydri Chowk, Satellite Town, Rawalpindi
14. REDO Eye Hopital Behind Naz Cinema, Off Murree Road, Rawalpindi
15. Riaz Bajwa Trust 122 Sabzazar Iqbal-o-Khurshid Bajwa House, Rawalpindi
16. Safder Clinic 31-B Commercial Center, Satellite Town Rawalpindi.
17. Shakoors V.I.P. Commercial Market Rawal Pindi
18. Talat Nursing Home Kamalabad Road-Rawalpindi
19. Maryam Memorial Hospital Rawalpindi
20. Valley Clinic Rawalpindi
21. Anwer Hospital Rawalpindi
22. Eye Surgeons Rawalpindi
23. Jinnah Memorial Hospital Rawalpindi.
7.8. Unani Dispensaries/ Dawakhanas
1. Hamdard dawakhana
2. Ajmal Dawakhana
3. Rahmania Dawakhana
7.9. Homeopathic Doctors/Clinics
Bohr Bazar is very well known for homeopathic clinics/Doctors and Unani Dawakhanas.
In Bohr Bazar there are many Homeopathic Clinics/Doctors and Unani Dawakhanas.
Following are few most well known homeopathic Doctors.
1. Dr. Riaz Ahmed Murree Road.

2. Dr. Allao-ud-Din near Satellite town College
3. Al-Falah Homoeo Clinic 6-A, Satellite Town. Rawalpindi

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8. EDUCATION
With the Grace of God Rawalpindi Division is the Unique City in our Country due to Educational
Facilities. Education up to Graduate level is no more difficult for the citizens of Rawalpindi due to
the large number of Government as well private institutions.
Detail of some most prominent Institutions is as follows,
8.1. Universities
8.1.1. University of Arid Agriculture, Rawalpindi
Established Barani Agricultural College, Rawalpindi which was later upgraded to the level of the
University in 1994. The mandate of the university is to form an organized scientific infrastructure
for teaching and research for the development of dry land regions of the country, thus minimizing
the income gap between the rich and poor.
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8.1.2. Fatima Jinnah University for Women, Rawalpindi
Fatima Jinnah Women University is named in commemoration of the

contributions made by "Madr-e-Millat" Fatima Jinnah (Madr-e-Millat
(Mother of the Nation) (1893 - 1967) was the sister of Pakistan's first
governor-general, Muhammed Ali Jinnah. After their father's death
(1901), Muhammed became her legal guardian. It is housed in a
building which was the old presidency and it is through this University
that our heritage has been beautifully interlinked with the education of
women for next millennium.
The building has an architectural splendor. This gift to the nation, its
daughters, and their families has been conceived and presented in an
outstanding academic as well as architectural environment. As it
stands, it is a symbol of the commitment of the nation to women's
Education.

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8.1.3. The National University of Science and Technology (NUST)
NUST was founded in 1991. Located near the CMH, NUST has been one of the most famous
places to study. National University of Science and Technology’s headquarter is in
Rawalpindi. College Of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Rawalpindi (an affiliated
college of NUST)
8.2. Colleges
8.2.1. Govt. Post Graduate Colleges (Male and Female)
Sr. No. Name of the Institution
1. Govt. Gorden College, Rawalpindi
2. Govt. College Asghar Mall, Rawalpindi.

3. Govt. College St. Town, Rawalpindi.
4. Govt. College for women St. Town, Rawalpindi.
5. Govt. Viqar un Nisa College for women, Rawalpindi
8.2.2. Govt. Intermediate Colleges (Male and Female)
Sr. No. Name of the Institution
1. Govt. Hashmat Ali Isl. College, Rawalpindi.

2. Govt. Khadija Ummar Girls Inter College, Rawalpindi.

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8.2.3. Private registered Colleges (Male & Female)
1. Rawalpindi College for Girls, St. Town, Rawalpindi

2. Rawalpindi Model College of Commerce, St. Town, Rawalpindi.
3. Rawal College of Commerce, Kashmir Road, Rawalpindi.
4. Leaders College of Commerce, Sadiqabad, Rawalpindi.
5. Universal College, Saddar, Rawalpindi.
6. NICON College of Computer and ManagementSciences, Rawalpindi.
7. Rawalpindi College of Commerce Peshawer Road, Rawalpindi.
8. Punjab College of Excellence in Commerce , Rawalpindi.
9. Islamabad college of Management and Computer Abid Majeed Road, Rwp.
10. Rawalpindi College of Commerce, St. Town, Rawalpindi.
11. Civil College of Commerce St. Town, Rawalpindi.
12. Jinnah Institute of Information St. Town, Rawalpindi
13. Raess-ul-Ahrar College of Commerce, Rawalpindi.
14. Leader College 6th Road, Rawalpindi
15. Punjab College of Commerce Peshawer road, Rawalpindi.
Rawalpindi College of Commerce, St. Town, Rawalpindi
16. Khatoon-e-Pakistan College for Women Peshawer Road, Rawalpindi.

17. Al-Falah College for women St. town, Rawalpindi.
18. Educator College, St. town, Rawalpindi.
19. Islamic International Commerce College Saidpur Road, Rawalpindi.
20. Fatima Jinnah College for girls St. town, Rawalpindi.
21. OPF-girls Secondary School St. Town, Rawalpindi.
22. Infoneyes College of Information Technology St. town, Rawalpindi.
23. Punjab College of Information Technology, St. Town, Rawalpindi.
24. Hashmi College of Commerce Tulsa Road, Rawalpindi.
25. Cantt College of Commerce Westridge, Rawalpindi.
26. College of Advance Technology, Rawalpindi.
27. Ilqa Post Graduate Girls College, Rahimabad airport Road, Rawalpindi.
28. Rawal College of Commerce Peshawer Road, Rawalpindi.
29. Sir Syed Science College Tipu Road, Rawalpindi.
30. Rawalpindi Cantt College of Commerce Civil Line, Rawalpindi.
31. Punjab Law College, Rawalpindi.
32. Khawarizmi Institute of Science and Technology St. town, Rawalpindi.
33. CIT College Majeed Plaza Bank Road, Saddar, Rawalpindi.
34. Fauji Foundation College for Girls Lalazar, Rawalpindi.
35. Rawalpindi Cantt College of Commerce Peshawer Road, Rawalpindi
36. National Science College Murree Road, Rawalpindi.
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37. Standard Commerce College Chandni Chowk, Rawalpindi.
38. Inflorescence College of modern , Morgah Rawalpindi.
39. Capital College Murree Road, Rawalpindi.
40. Margalla Institute 6th Road, Rawalpindi.
41. Islamic International Commerce College, Shamsabad, Rawalpindi.
42. Jinnah Islamia College of Commerce St. Town, Rawalpindi.
43. Khyber Institute of Professional Skills St. Town, Rawalpindi.
44. Modern College of Computer Studies(MCCS), Rawalpindi Cantt.
45. Rawalpindi College of Commerce for Girls St. town, Rwalpindi.
46. Indus College of Commerce, Rawalpindi.
47. Jinnah Institute of Informatics, St. Town, Rawalpindi.
48. Leadership College for Boys St. town, Rwalpindi.
49. Leadership College for Girls St. Town, Rwalpindi.
50. College of Commerce Saddar, Rawalpindi.
51. Rawalpindi College for Boys, Ojiri Camp, Rawalpindi.
52. Rawalpindi Model College of Commerce, Main Peshawer Road
53. Police College Saihala, Rawalpindi.
54. Pakistan Advance College of Excellence, Rawalpindi.
55. Punjab College of information technology, St. town, Rawalpindi.
56. Islamabad College of Management & Commerce Quid-i-Azam
Rawalpindi.
8.2.4. MC. Middle Schools Rawalpindi.
1. M.C. BMS Amarpura.

2. M.C. GMS Amarpura.
3. M.C. GMS Qasimabad..
4. M.C. GMS Waris Khan.
8.2.5. MC. Primary Schools Rawalpindi
1. M.C. BPS Dhok Paracha

2. M.C. BPS Faiz abad
3. M.C. BPS Workshapi Mohallah
4. M.C. BPS New Malpur
5. M.C. BPS Qasim abad.
6. M.C. BPS Muslim Town.
7. M.C. BPS Chamanzar.
8. M.C. GPS Khayaban-e-Sirsyed.
9. M.C. BPS Kashmiri Bazar
10. M.C. BPS Muslim Town
11. M.C. BPS Arya Mohallah
12. M.C. BPS Bangash Colony
13. M.C. BPS Dhok Hasoo
14. M.C. BPS Dhok Hukamdad
15. M.C. BPS Fauji Colony
16. M.C. BPS Dhok Paracha

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17. M.C. BPS Ratta
18. M.C. BPS Chitian Hattian
19. M.C. BPS Affandi Colony
8.2.6. MC. High School Rawalpindi
1. M.C. BHS Millat Colony

2. M.C. BHS Ratta Amral
3. M.C. BHS Moti Baza
4. M.C. BHS Satellite Town
5. M.C. GHS Satellite Town
6. M.C. GHS Ratta Amral
7. M.C. GHS Teli Mohallah
8. M.C. GHS Talab Pukhta
8.3. Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority Rawalpindi
1. Govt. College of Commerce, Rawalpindi

Saidpur Road, Scheme No.2 Satellite Town, Rawalpindi.
2. Govt. Institute of Commerce (W), Rawalpindi

393-A Chur Harpal Ghazi Colony Rawalpindi.
3. Govt. Vocational Training Institute (W), Rawalpindi (Cantt.)

PIA Colony Misrial Road,PIA College Rawalpindi City.
4. Govt. Vocational Training Institute (W), Kartarpura, Rawalpindi City
5. Wood Working Service Centre, Rawalpindi

Tipu Road Behind Moti Mahal Cinema Rawalpindi
6. Govt. Techincal Training Institute (W), Dhoke Syedan, Rawalpindi
7. Govt. Vocational Training Institute (W),(ABAD), Dhamial, Rawalpindi
8. Govt. Vocational Training Institute (W), (RMGTC), Rawalpindi
9. Govt. Institute of Commerce, Rawalpindi Cantt.

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8.4. Federal Government Schools & Colleges
F.G Sir Syed College for Boys, The Mall
1. F.G Sir Syed College for Boys, The Mall

2. F.G (C.B) College for Women
3. Fauji Foundation College for Boys
4. F.G. Sir Syed College, The Mall
5. Fauji Foundation Model School, Harley Street
6. F.G. Quaid-e-Azam College, Chaklala III
8.5. Private Schools and colleges
1. St Mary's Academy and St Mary's Cambridge School the oldest and most
renowned Missionary Schools for boys
2. Bahria Foundation College Peshawar Rd
3. Presentation Convent High School
4. Army Public School and College (APSAC), Ordinance Road, Lalazar
5. Beacon-House Schools System
6. PAF Intermediate College, Chaklala
7. The City School (Murree Road)
8.6. Government Schools & Colleges
1. Govt. Muslim Higher Secondary School # 1, Said Pur Road
2. Government Islamia High School No. 4, Liaquat Road

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8.7. Medical Colleges
1. Rawalpindi Medical College, RawalPindi (an affiliated
2. Army Medical College (founded in 1977)

3. Islamic International Medical College (IIMC)
4. Foundation University Medical College (FUMC)

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9. SPORTS & RECREATION
9.1. Tourist Attractions in Rawalpindi
Tourist Attractions in Rawalpindi include a list of names that acquaint the traveler with the unique
culture and heritage of the city. Rawalpindi lies on the Grand Trunk Road between Peshawar and
Lahore against the background of the Margalla Hills on the Potwar Plateau. Tourist Attractions in
Rawalpindi have delighted visitors and vacationers down the years, at the same time retaining its
traditional flavor. The Rawalpindi Tourist Attractions take in archaeological as well as historical
destinations.
Tourist Attractions in Rawalpindi include the bazaars. These are the best way to see the city.
Meander through the bazaars, but you should familiarize yourself with the geography before setting
out. Rawalpindi Attractions like the city markets comprise two main roads: the Grand Trunk Road
running east to west is known as The Mall when it crosses the cantonment; the Murree Road to the
north of The Mall, crosses the railway tracks and heads to the east end on its way to Islamabad. The
Raja Bazaar in the old city and Saddar Bazaar are the important destinations.
Rawalpindi Tourism also includes the parks. The Ayub National Park, beyond the old Presidency on
Jhelum Road, covers 2, 300 acres. It has a lake with boating facility, play land, a garden restaurant
and an aquarium. The Rawalpindi Public Park on Murree Road near Shamsabad was opened in
1991. It has a playground, lush lawns, fountains and flower beds.
The Rawalpindi Golf Course is one of the prominent Tourist Attractions in Rawalpindi. Situated
near the Ayub National Park, the golf course was completed in 1926 by one of the oldest gold clubs
of Pakistan, the Rawalpindi Golf Club, founded in 1885. From being a nine-hole course, today this is
a facility of 27 holes.
9.1.1. Ayub National Park
Ayub National Park is located beyond the old Presidency on Grand Trunk (G.T.) Road. It covers an
area of about 2,300 acres and has a play area, lake with boating facility, an aquarium, a garden-
restaurant and an open air theater. Ayub National Park is regularly frequented by locals to spend the
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Ayub National Park is situated in Rawalpindi in Paistan. This is one of the popular sites for
recreation and entertainment. It is one of the oldest points as well as the largest in the historical
Rawalpindi city that twines with the capital Islamabad.
Within the Ayub National Park is a small area that is named as Jungle Kingdom where there are
various fun rides for kids. Visitors with family and kids have great fun out here enjoying the rides
and skating in the skating ring. There is a remote controlled boating section where young people as
well as kids glide their boats with control in their hands. This is one of the most interesting aspects in
the park. One should try out during a visit here. To add to the fun are the sights of some of the wild
animals in their natural habitat. Some tigers, lions, cheetahs, bears, peacock and other animal and
birds are visible in the zoo that is there within the Ayub National Park. As you move to the inner
areas of the park there is a lake with facilities for boating. Other areas of the park are used for
walking. A nominal fee has been fixed to enter the park and it is open from the early morning hour
till the sunset. Ayub National Park is one important area of tourist attractions in Rawalpindi.
9.1.2. Liaqat National Bagh
Sometimes known as Liaqat Bagh and formerly Municipal Park, is of historical interest due to its
political processions. The first prime minister of Pakistan, Khan Liaqat Ali Khan, was assassinated
here in 1950. First Lady Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto also assassinated at 27th Dec, 2007 at same
venue.
9.1.3. Rawalpindi Public Park
Rawalpindi Public Park (well known as Nawaz Sharif Park) is located on Murree Road near
Shamsabad. The Park was opened in 1991. It has a play area for children, lawns, fountains and
flower beds. A cricket stadium was built in 1992 opposite the Public Park. The 1996 World Cup
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9.1.4. Jinnah Park, near Kachari Chowk, Civil Lines
9.1.5. Romi Park, Peshawar Road
9.1.6. Murree and the Galis
Murree, at 2,240 meters (7,400 feet), is only an hour's drive north-east of Islamabad. Its cold pine
forests, amidst magnificent mountain scenery, make it the first choice for a day's outing from the
capital. The Galis are a string of hill resorts along the ridge between Murree and Abbottabad, on the
Karakoram Highway.
Founded as a hill station by the British in 1851, Murree was the summer headquarters of the
government of Punjab until 1876, when the honor was transferred to Simla. Murree remained,
however, a little bit of England, complete with The Mall for promenading, parks, churches, schools,
clubs and cafes. Since independence, Murree has once again become the summer retreat of the
governor of Punjab and, since Islamabad became the capital of Pakistan in 1962, has expanded
rapidly.
Murree is lovely all year round. In summer it is cool - even chilly in the evening - and rain is
common. In winter, the snow is piled high along the sides of the streets.
But it is extremely popular with Punjabis escaping the heat of the plains in summer, so is too
crowded for comfort from late May to early September, especially at weekends. To beat the crowds
and still enjoy the walks, the best time to go in April-May and September-October.
Murree spreads along the top of a ridge for about five kilometres (three miles). At the north-east end
is Kashmir Point, with views across the valley of the Jhelum River into Azad Kashmir. At the south-
west end is Pindi Point, looking back towards Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Between the two runs The
Mall, at the centre of which is the main shopping area, where most people congregate. Numerous
roads leave. The Mall and either follow the contours of the ridge or descend to the principal road.
Promenading and shopping are Murree's main amusements, or riding in the new chair-lifts, one from
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Bansara Gali (below Murree) to Pindi Point, the other to the top of Patriata hill (on the road to
Karor); both rides cost about Rs. 50 and take half an hour with a change from open chair-lift to the
enclosed bubble in the middle.
Bhurban
Bhurban is a minor resort eight kilometers (five miles) from Murree on the road leading north-east to
Kohala and the Jhelum Valley. The golf course here is open only to members. From near the Pearl
Continental hotel you can take one of the many delightful paved walks through the woods.
The Galis (Streets)
Nathiagali
Perhaps the most sought out is the beautiful Nathiagali perched 2501 meters high about 32 km away
from Murree. The bracing air of the surrounding mountains is as pure as fresh spring water.
Ayubia
Khairagali, Changlagali, Khanspur and Ghora Dhaka, these four mini resorts spread over an area of
26 km have been developed into a resort complex called Ayubia. In addition to riding trails, hiking
places and picnic spots, Ayubia has a chair lift, which like a ski-lift, takes you up to the summit of
the nearby range for a panoramic view of the forested hills. Ayubia is 26 km from Murree.
Dungagali
Dungagali is a picturesque small resort situated on the slopes of the Mukshpuri hill (2376 m.). It
commands a charming view of a series of wooded spurs projecting towards the river Jhelum on the
western side. From Dungagali one can climb the 2813 m peak of Mukhshpuri, which is the highest
point in the range. Natural springs abound on the slopes. It is 30 km from Murree.
Khairagali
It is 16 km from Murree at an elevation of 2346 m and commands a panoramic view on either side of
the ridge.
Changlagali
It is 16 km from Murree at an altitude of 2559 m. There is a rest house located in the most
picturesque surroundings.
Patriata
25 km from Murree. The TDCP has developed a new tourist resort at Patriata. There is chairlift and
cable car system which takes visitors up to Patriata Ridge in two stages from Gulehra Gali. The first
stage is by chair lift up to Patriata Bazaar. From here visitors transfer to cable car gondolas for the
ride up to Patriata Ride. A restaurant has also been established. Further plans include development of
a wildlife park at the mid-station.

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Kashmir Point
Kashmir Point is a popular name among the Tourist Attractions in Rawalpindi. Travelers find this
spectacular spot extremely conducive for gathering a pleasant experience. Kashmir Point is an
enjoyable locale, situated on the summit of a hill. The best time of the year to plan your visit is
between the months of May and November. The Pindi Point is another attraction located near the
Kashmir Point.
Location of Kashmir Point
Kashmir Point is a spot on Mall Road. For this, you have to go up from the Rawalpindi General Post
Office about 1 km. once you reach the summit, you will find that the surface is clean. Scenery from
here is extremely beautiful. The Rawalpindi Kashmir Point is the place from where the Kashmir
peaks can be viewed from a convenient vantage point and that is why this point is called Kashmir
Point.
Murree Wildlife Park
The Murree Wildlife Park, better known as the Murree National Park, is perhaps one of the best
representative quarters of the Himalayan Moist Temperate Forest, a sub category of the Montane
Forests. The Murree Wildlife Park is a National Park in the North West Frontier Province of
Pakistan. It is a small natural park located 26 kms from the picturesque hill station of Murree. The
Murree National Park has been developed as a resort complex by combining four mini resorts of
Changla Gali, Khaira Gali, Khanspur and Ghora Dhaka in Galyat.
The Murree Wildlife Park harbors species like the vulture, golden eagle, hill pigeon and sparrow
hawk. The animals include the Asiatic black bear, Asiatic leopard, flying squirrel and hill fox.
The Murree Wildlife Park Rawalpindi provides tourists superb scenery of the huge subtropical pine
forest casing the hills and providing shelter. An ethno botany program is being carried out in the
Murree Wildlife Park area to demonstrate the sustainable and ecological usage of plant resources as
a means for conserving biodiversity. This will involve the establishment of levels and patterns of
local dependence on the park’s resources. It will also aid in the improvement of appropriate
strategies to reduce the dependence. There are 21 medicinal herbs here belonging to 19 families
which are used by the local inhabitants.
There are several areas of tourist interest near the Murree Wildlife Park such as picnic spots and
motels. In addition to riding trails, hiking places, there is a chairlift service in the central place of
Ghora Dhaka in Ayubia that takes the tourists to a nearby apex for a view of the forested hills. This
Chairlift was the first such recreation facility in Pakistan and still remains a major attraction for the
domestic tourists.
9.1.7. The Raja Bazaar
The Raja Bazaar is one of the well liked Tourist Attractions in Rawalpindi. The city of Rawalpindi,
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like The Raja Bazaar. The bazaars of the Old City are famous for quaint old shops in Moti bazaar,
Saddar bazaar, Raja bazaar and Kashmiri bazaar. The Sarafa bazaar, one of the other market places
of Rawalpindi, is famous for brass and copperware and beaten gold and silver jewelry.
The Raja Bazaar Rawalpindi is situated right next to the Rawalpindi Cantonment. The Raja Bazaar
commences from here. At the outset, you will not be able to figure out what to do at this amazing
place. You need to get used to the pulsating rhythm of The Raja Bazaar to understand the place
better. As it turns out, the Raja Bazaar is in fact a business souk where you can glimpse thousands of
people running from here to there. The sheer variety of businesses will impress you. Here, at The
Raja Bazaar, you can find every thing which a common man can use, so the place is ideal for
purchasing gift items and accessories.
The Raja Bazaar in Rawalpindi however, is a haunt of pick pockets and policemen. This is a place
where you go by choice, but come out by sheer luck. Rawalpindi has long been a major market for
exports from neighboring places such as Indian Kashmir and the North West Frontier Province. The
bazaars of Rawalpindi are known to specialize in Kashmiri silver, cane baskets and furniture,
Potohar shoes and Chappals, handicrafts such as inlaid sheesham and walnut furniture, shawls and
jackets, embroidered and woolen kurtas and household linen, walking sticks, and hand woven
Kashmiri and Bokhara carpets.
9.1.8. Taxila Museum
Construction of Taxila museum started in 1918, its foundation stone laid by Lord Chemsford, vicery
of India in 1918. Construction was concluded in 1928 and the museum was opened for public by Sir
Habibullah then the ministry for Education. Sir John Marshall who was going to be retired from the
post of Director General of Archaeological survey of India in 1928, could not complete its original
plan. The government of Pakistan constructed the northern gallery in 1998. There are 4000 objects
displayed, including stone, stucco, terracotta, silver, gold, iron and semiprecious stones. Mainly the
display consists of objects from the period 600 B.C to 500 AD. Buddhist, hindu and Jain cults are
well represented through these objects discovered from three ancient cities and more than two dozen
buddhist stupas and monasteries and Greek temples. Taxila Museum is located 35 km from
Islamabad on the Grand Trunk Road to Peshawar. It is famous for remains of Gandhara art. Most of
the sites at Taxila, dating back 600 BCE to 500 CE, are located around the Taxila Museum.
All the sites at Taxila cannot be visited in a day. However, the museum, which is the first stop for
any tourist, is an ideal place to visit and get an idea about the archaeological significance of the
place. The museum houses one of the best collections of Gandhara art in Pakistan; a display of
artefacts detailing the daily life of the inhabitants of ancient Taxila, and a useful model of the whole
valley showing all the archaeological sites. Taxila Museum is one of the best and most well-
maintained museums of Pakistan.
9.1.9. Hassan Abdal
Hassan Abdal is a beautiful, quiet place and a convenient halting point of G.T. Road enroute to
Peshawar or Abbottabad, 48 km from Rawalpindi. It is This town has a particular association with

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Mughals and Sikhs. It was mentioned by Emperor Jehangir in his memoirs and frequently visited by
successive Mughal Kings, on their way to Kashmir.
It remained a holy place for various religious groups through the ages. It has a Sikh Gurdwara
(temple) known as Panja Sahib having a sacred rock with the hand print of their religious leader,
Guru Nanak.Twice a year, Sikh pilgrims visit this Gurdwara from all over the world. Two other
historical buildings of Mughal era (Muqbara Hakeeman and so-called tomb of Lala Rukh) are
located just opposite the Gurdwara.
9.1.10. Places Around Rawalpindi & Islamabad
Margalla Pass
The small pass is located 26 km west of Islamabad on G.T. Road. Margalla is mentioned by
historians and emperors like Alberuni, Ferishta and Jehangir. Today, it is a pass between the ancient
capital of Gandhara, that is, Taxila, and the modern capital of Pakistan, i.e. Islamabad. There is an
obelisk right on the top of the Pass, built in 1890 in memory of Brig. Gen. John Nicholson (died on
23 September 1857) of British army, by his colleagues. A small part of the ancient Shahi (Royal)
Road can be seen just across the pass, left of G.T. Road. This road was first built by the Persians in
516 BC and later developed by the Afghan King Sher Shah Suri in 1540s. An inscription on the
western side of this stone pavement shows that it was again repaired in 1672 AD.
Wah Gardens
Once a major campsite of Mughal rulers, Wah Gardens are located 12 km west of Taxila on G.T.
Road. The gardens were developed with magnificent trees and weather channels by successive
Mughal emperors. Tapering cypress trees, loved by the Mughals, line the canals through which cool
waters once, Flowed between elegant romantic and cascading into large reflecting basins. The
gardens are being restored to their original beauty, by the Department of Archaeology, Government
of Pakistan.
Chattar
This resort nestles at the base of Murree hills at a distance of 15 km on Islamabad-Murree road. This
place offers scenic walks, gently flowing stream, waterfall and the surrounding hillside are a perfect
attraction. The resort has a restaurant, barbecue and two air-conditioned tourist cottages. The
Children's Park and playground are spread over an area of 12.5 acres.

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9.2. Other Places Worth A Visit
9.2.1. The Salt Range
The Salt Range runs from Jhelum river in the east and west to Kalabagh on the Indus River.
Most of the Salt Range is composed of the salt deposits left behind when the sea that extended
over the Potohar Plateau evaporated 800 million years ago.
Fossils of prehistoric animals have been discovered in the Salt Range, especially near a village
called Bari Amir Khatoon, 40 km from Chakwal. There are many places of historical and
archaeological interest in the Salt Range. Salt Range remained part of a powerful Hindu
Kingdom of Kashmir in 10th century AD. Most of the forts and temples concentrated in the Salt
Range date from that period.
9.2.2. Khewra Salt Mines
The main center of mining is Khewra in the Salt Range where the world's largest salt mines are
located. Khewra salt mines are 154 kms away from Rawalpindi. The route is Mandra-Dydyal-
Chakwal-Choha Saidan Shah-Khewra. A longer route is through Kallar Kahar-Katas. The nearest
hotel accommodation is a TDCP resort at Kallar Kahar. For permits to visit the mines you may
contact their office in Islamabad at Plot No. 13, H-9 (Manager Salt, Tel: 448407-8, 448413)
through PTDC Tourist Information Centers at Rawalpindi or Islamabad, at least 4 days in
advance.
9.2.3. Kallar Kahar
The main attraction of the eastern Salt Range at the shrine of Saidan Shah at Choa Saidan Shah, the
lake and shrine of Abdul Qadir Gilani at Kallar Kahar. TDCP has built a six-room motel and
restaurant over-looking Kallar Kahar (Salt Lake) with boating facilities.

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9.2.4. Temple of Katas
The Hindu Temple Complex at Katas is located about 135 km from Rawalpindi. The Temple of
Shiva at Katas (10th century AD) and Malot are valuable pieces of architecture and history.
Most of the temples, located some 40 km from the modern city of Chakwal in the Potohar region of
northern Punjab in Pakistan, were built during the reign of Hindu kings. These several temples were
built around 900 years ago or more, although the earliest of the Katasraj temples dates back to the
latter half of the 6th century A.D. Scholars believe that most of the temples were actually
constructed when the Shahi kingdom, driven from Afghanistan when their ethnic cousin Mahmud of
Ghanavi came to power, fled to the region and set up base there.
The temple was abandoned by local Hindus when they migrated to East Punjab in 1947. It has
always been the site of holy pilgrimage for people of various faiths. Even nowadays, worshippers
from all faiths perform pilgrimages to the temple every year and bathe in the sacred pool around
which Katasraj is built.

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9.2.5. Forts
Rawat Fort
Rawat Fort is located 17 km east of Rawalpindi, on the Grand Trunk (G.T. Road) leading to Lahore.
Gakkhars, a fiercely independent tribe of the Potohar Plateau, built the fort in early 16th century.
The grave of a Gakkhar Chief, Sultan Sarang Khan is located inside the fort. He died in 1546 AD
fighting against the forces of Sher Shah Suri. One needs to climb the broken steps inside the tomb to
get a panoramic view of the plateau and the Mankiala Stupa.
Pharwala Fort
This fort is about 40 km from Rawalpindi beyond Lehtrar road. It was built in 15th century by a
Gakkhar ruler, Sultan Kai Gohar, on the ruins of a 10th century Hindi Shahi Fort. Emperor Babar
conquered the fort in 1519 AD. Later, in 1825, Gakkars were expelled by Sikhs from this fort.
Though the fort is in a crumbling state, it is still an attraction for castle lovers. The fort being
situated in a prohibited area is only open for Pakistani visitors.
Rohtas Fort
Rohtas Fort is 109 km from Rawalpindi. It is located about 6 km

southwest of Dina Town. Going from Rawalpindi/Islamabad, you
have to turn right from G.T. Road to a narrow road just before Dina
Police Station and then go left until you find the city bed of Kahan
River. The fort is visible from this point. However, you have to
cross the river to reach it. The fort is one of the most impressive
historical monuments in Pakistan. It was built by Afghan ruler Sher
Shah Suri, between 1540 and 1547 AD. It served as a huge fortified base for military
operations against Gakkhars by Sher Shah Suri. It was later used by Mughal emperor Akbar
and Sikhs. Within the huge terraced rampart walls with robust bastions and twelve gates are
located a fortress, palaces and ancillary buildings.
The Rawalpindi Rohtas Fort dominates the Ghaan gorge, which was the only viable route from the
mountainous nation north of the salt range to the southern plains. The plan of the Rohtas Fort is
adapted to the terrain, defended by a number of ravines as well as the Ghaan River, which breaks
through the eastern spur of the Tilla range. The fort is surrounded by a massive wall and 12 gates.
The most striking feature is the wall strengthened with 68 bastions. Besides providing strength, these
bastions add to the elegance and grandeur of the fort. The terraces of the wall are interlinked by
stairs and the topmost terrace is Merion shaped.
The height of the fortification wall of the Rohtas Fort is between 30 and 40 feet and a considerable
number of galleries have been provided within the thickness of the wall for the soldiers and were
used as storage space. The wall is built of sand stone rubble masonry, lime mortar and granular brick
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Within the Rohtas Fort, a small town has developed, home to several thousand people. There are
more than12 mosques and 10 schools within the premises of the fort. This leaves open the
possibility of establishing townships here in the future.
Attock Fort
It is situated about 101 km west of Islamabad on the left bank of Indus River. The fort was
completed in 1583 AD under the supervision of Khawaja Shamsuddin Khawafi, a minister of
emperor Akbar. The Mughal caravan sarai outside the fort, on the G.T. Road, was also built during
this period.
Giri Fort
The glen of Giri is located 8 km northeast of Taxila, at the foot of Margalla. It is approached
through a rough torrent bed near two villages named Khurram Gujar and Khurram Paracha. There
are remains of two monasteries and stupas, one on the top of the hill and other below it. The
remains of Giri fort are perched on the hilltop, with spring water falling within it. The fort was
built in 5th century by the Buddhist monks. Later it was used by Sultan Masud, son of Sultan
Mahmud of Gazni.
9.3. Sports venues and stadiums
9.3.1. Rawalpindi Golf Course
Situated near Ayub National Park, was completed in 1926 by Rawalpindi Golf Club, one of the
oldest golf clubs of Pakistan. The facility was initially developed as a nine-hole course. After
several phases of development, it is now a 27-hole course. From the clubhouse, there is a
panoramic view of Faisal Mosque, the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, and the course
itself. Major golf tournaments are regularly held here. Rawalpindi is one of the treasures of
Pakistan and is used for many national golf tournaments.
Rawalpindi Golf course dates back to the year 1926 and is one of the oldest golf courses in
Pakistan. It is managed and maintained by Rawalpindi Golf Club, the oldest golf clubs in Pakistan
which was started in 1885. It is situated at I. G. T. Road Rawalpindi. The sprawling course is a 18-
hole Course that hosts all major golf tournaments organized by the national golfing authority. The
serene surrounding of the course draws tourists to spend their day in style amidst the lush green
surrounding.
Rawalpindi Golf Course in Rawalpindi has an elegant clubhouse that throws a lovely natural
panorama of the Faisal Mosque and the beautifully manicured lawns. The facilities at Rawalpindi
Golf course a training program for the beginners and practice arrangement for the amateurs. There
is a restaurant that serves food and beverages to the visitors. It has tie ups with the Rawalpindi
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Rawalpindi Golf Course has a great potential for organizing international golf tournaments. The
authorities have planned to extend it by 9-hole. Golf is played here all the year round and European
players do come down her during the winter months when its snow in Europe.
9.3.2. Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is the most revered name among the cricket loving tourists. Having
been established in 1992 with a capacity to hold 15,000 cricket loving enthusiast watch their national
cricketing heroes face the rival teams, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium has become an important tourist
sites during the Rawalpindi Tour.
The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium was unveiled in the year 1993 during the Zimbabwe Tour. It was
selected as the venue for the 2nd Test Match between Pakistan and the touring Zimbabwe side. Since
then it features regularly in the cricket itinerary whenever a foreign team tours Pakistan. It became a
hot spot during the 1995-96 Cricket World Cup Tournament. During the course of time the capacity
was increased to 20,000.
A feather in the cap of the picturesque stadium was added in the year 2001 when the flood light was
installed to host day-night matches. Australia played Pakistan under floodlights which has made one
of the floodlit stadiums of the world. Since then it has been hosting a lot of matches both
international and domestic. This is in fact the 14th test Match ground in Pakistan.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi is located on the edge of the city 3 miles away from the
Capital city, Islamabad. The cricket lovers do travel out to the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium to have a
glimpse of the stadium.
The facilities at the stadium include practice pitches, floodlights and an indoor fitness center which
is equipped with all latest international equipments where the sportsmen work their heart out to keep
fit and fine. The stadium also houses cafeterias for the joggers to have some light snacks and
beverages after their practice session. Tourist can also visit them and have a feel of the lovely
surrounding.

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9.3.3. Rawalpindi Club, The Mall Saddar
9.3.4. Army Hockey Stadium
9.3.5. SOME OTHER STADIUMS
a) KRL Cricket Stadium
b) Army Football Stadium
c) Municipal Football Stadium, Satellite Town
d) Race course ground Race course ground

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9.4. Popular Sports In Rawalpindi
9.4.1. KABBADI
Pakistan Kabaddi Federation (PKF) organized Kabbaddi matches in Pakistan. It is a very popular
and widely played sport. Matches between Pakistan and their rivals India can be very intense.
Kabaddi is Cultural game of Rawalpini. It is also being played in Rural areas with great interest.
9.4.2. Cricket
Cricket has a huge following and based on attendance figures at games, is the most popular sport in
the Rawalpindi. Pakistan has produced many multi-talented players who have been among the best
batsmen and bowlers in the world.. Pakistan has won a lot of international cricket events, including
the World Cup in 1992, besides finishing as runners up in 1999 World Cup and 2007 World
Twenty20. Pakistan's cricket teams take part in domestic competitions such as the ABN-AMRO
Cup, the ABN- AMRO Patron'sTrophy, ABN-AMRO Twenty-20 Cup Twenty-20 Cup. In Pindi
Cricket stadium many International and domestics matches played .
9.4.3. Field Hockey
Field hockey is the national sport of Pakistan. The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) is the
national governing body of field hockey in Pakistan. The Pakistan men's team has won three
gold medals at the Olympics and lifted the Hockey World Cup four times. It has also won the
most number of Asian gold medals and is the only Asian team to have won the prestigious
Champions Trophy. It has been consistently ranked amongst the top. Hockey matches played
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9.5. Wildlife potential in Rawalpindi district, Punjab.
A study was conducted to investigate the wildlife potential including the population status,
habitat preference, distribution pattern and overall diversity of wildlife species in Rawalpindi
district, Punjab, Pakistan. Socioeconomic surveys were also conducted to identify incentives
for active involvement of local community in management activities and evaluate the
awareness of the local community about the importance of wildlife. Eleven species were
studied for their habitat preference: Lophura leucomelana hamiltoni, Francolinus francolinus,
Accipiter gentilis, Muntiacus muntjac, Martes flavigula, Macaca mulatta, Eupetaurus cinereus,
Canis aureus, Vulpes vulpes, Panthera pardus and Hystrix indica. The species were less
determined in habitat selection but were widely distributed throughout the habitat range. Sixty-
two people were interviewed in two socioeconomic surveys. All of the local people
interviewed were aware of the types of wildlife in the area. 53.6% of the respondents view that
hunting is limited, 43.4% said no hunting and 3% practiced unlimited hunting. 90% of the
people surveyed are willing to cooperate in wildlife conservation measures, 31.5%
recommended a complete ban on hunting and 40% recommended protection from fire during
the burning season.
9.6. Cinemas & Theatres
Following are Cinema houses working in Rawalpindi City:
Plaza Cinema, The Mall Ciros Cinema, Saddar Gulistan, Committee Chowk
Shabistan, Committee Chowk

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Other famous Cinema House at Rawalpindi are as follows;
• Odean Cinema
• PAF Cinema
• Cinepax Cinema
• Novalty Cinema
• Novelty Cinema
• Khurshid Cinema
• Moti Mahal Cinema

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10. SERVICES
10.1. SOCIAL AND EMERGENCY SERVICES
10.1.1. Rescue 15 - Emergency Reporting Centre
Rescue 15 is an initiative of the Punjab Police to provide emergency response to the people in
distress or victims of a crime. Gradually they have also been equipped to provide other police related
services including legal advice, crime reporting, identification of vehicles for registration etc. The
usual and most convenient method of contacting Rescue 15 is through telephone, however personal
visits are also allowed. The universal number for calling the centre is 15 which is also the reason for
their nomenclature. The centre staff does not respond to the emergencies themselves. They rather
inform the concerned police station or the nearest police patrol for this purpose.
10.1.2. RESCUE 1122 ( Punjab Emergency Services)
The limited capacity to deal with emergencies like road traffic accidents, buildings collapse,
explosions, fires and disasters was putting the lives and properties of citizens at risk. Therefore, the
Government of Punjab has introduced a system for Emergency Preparedness, Response and
Prevention through legislation and Punjab Emergency Service (Rescue 1122) has been established
for proper management of emergencies.
The Service started as an Emergency Ambulance Service has been a great success by providing
efficient and effective response, rescue, emergency medical treatment and safe transportation to
helpless victims of Accidents, Emergencies and Disasters whom earlier people were afraid to help
due to medico-legal reasons. The Service Ambulances and trained rescue paramedics was able to
provide an average response time of 7 minutes in a city, which is an achievement even
internationally. Based on the success of this trained emergency service its role has been expanded to
include Rescue, Fire and Disaster preparedness and response.
Objectives of RESCUE 1122
• Establishment of a system for Emergency Preparedness, Response and Prevention.

• Development of Safer Communities through proactive approach towards Emergency
Management, Community Awareness &Training.
• To have positive socio-economic impact on society by reducing disabilities and deaths
due to injuries ( mostly resulting from road traffic accidents, the leading cause of deaths)
amongst young able bread-winners.

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10.1.3. POLICE STATIONS
Major Police Stations of Rawalpindi are as follows:
1. Police station City

2. Gunj Mandi
3. Pirwadhai
4. Waris Khan
5. Banni
6. New Town
7. Saadiq Abad
8. Cantt
9. Westridge
10. R.A Bazar
11. Civil Lines
12. Airport
13. Saddar Beroni
14. Women Police Station
10.1.4. Edhi Foundation
Edhi Foundation is one of the dynamic NGOs with branches spread through out the Country, which
is controlled by Abdul Sattar Edhi , who is a mobile institution ready to respond, anxious to comfort
and console the anguished souls. Endurance, perseverance, patience, struggle, sympathy and
compassion along with sacrifice of his personal comforts, are the important elements on which rests
the philosophy of Abdul Sattar Edhi.
Edhi Foundation is providing so many social services here in Rawalpindi, it has main office at
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10.1.5. Darul Aman
Basic Objective of Darul Aman is to provide Social Protection Services, Empowerment of Women
& Gender Equality, Special Initiatives for Destitute Women, Children, Old People and Disabled.
Ladies are working at Darul Aman
10.1.6. SOS Village
SOS Children's Villages are institutions established to give orphaned or abandoned children a new
start in life by providing a substitute for the family they have lost. This is achieved by the formation
of 'families' which are as natural as possible. The children are given security, support, love and
understanding. The main Campus of SOS is near AyubNational Park at Jhelum Road , Rawalpindi

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10.1.7. Anjuman Faiz -UL -Islam(Apna Ghar)
One of the better-funded madrassahs is the Anjuman Faizul Islam in Rawalpindi. Here, boys and
girls - nearly 700 of whom are orphans - study together up until fifth grade, and then continue their
studies separately until grade 10.
This madrassah's library is full of books in both English and the national language, Urdu, from
"Gone with the Wind" to "How to Build a Hydropower Dam." The chemistry lab would not look out
of place at any American public school. The curriculum includes Islamic studies, to be sure, but the
emphasis is on achievement, not on Islamic political causes.
“The basic aim is that this orphan, this poor child; he should not become a beggar or a burden to his
family. Whosoever is a lady person should not be left behind.”
10.2. Utility Services
Rawalpindi is enjoying all the basic Utility services, detail of some among them is following;
10.2.1. Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL),
SNGPL is the largest integrated gas company serving more than 2.7 million consumers in North
Central Pakistan through an extensive network in Punjab and NWFP. The Company has over 43
years of experience in operation and maintenance of high-pressure gas transmission and distribution
systems. It has also expanded its activities to undertake the planning, designing and construction of
pipelines, both for itself and other organizations. SNGPL operates in a region of the nation that has a
rapidly growing demand for natural gas and power generation due to significant industrial
development.
SNGPL was incorporated as a private limited Company in 1963 and converted into a public limited
company in January 1964 under the Companies Act 1913, now Companies Ordinance 1984, and is
listed on all the three Stock Exchanges of the Country.
SNGPL transmission system extends from Sui in Balochistan to Peshawar in North West Frontier
Province (NWFP) comprising over 6195 KM of Transmission System (Main lines & Loop lines).
The distribution activities covering 831 main towns along with adjoining villages in Punjab &
NWFP are organized through 8 regional offices. Distribution system consists of 46,964 KM of
pipeline (as at June 2006).
SNGPL has 2,733,028 consumers comprising Commercial, Domestic, General Industry, Fertilizer,
Power & Cement Sectors. Sales to these consumers were 39,127,280 HM3 worth 31,581.118 million
rupees during July-September, 2006. Annual gas sale for year 2005-2006 was 161,008,081 HM3
worth 107,897.291 million rupees with Company's earning per share at Rs. 7.46/-.

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Total Number of Consumers in

Rawalpindi:
250,000 Approximately
Service Centers:
1. SNGPL Satellite Town Rawalpindi

2. SNGPL, Rawalpindi Cantt, Saadi Road
10.2.2. IESCO
Islamabad Electric Supply Company looks after the electricity distribution network in the
administrative districts of Rawalpindi, Chakwal, Attock, Jhelum and Federal Capital Islamabad.
IESCO Consumer Detail of Rawalpindi:
Tube Street
Domestic Commercial Industrial Bulk Others Total
Well Light
Rwp
349945 38691 2759 132 2140 59 048 393774
Circle
S/T Div 77672 20754 424 14 130 32 0 99026
City Div 65911 30493 825 16 64 26 5 97340
Cantt Div 44741 13187 466 88 30 140 2 58654
Westridge
54741 9278 371 64 42 26 1 64523
Div
Tariqabad 56505 7121 193 84 62 19 0 63984
City
355255 86654 2479 274 382 260 9 445313
Circle
TOTAL 1004770 206178 7517 672 2850 562 65 1222614

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10.2.3. PTCL
Company Profile
With employee strength of 65,000 and 5.7 million customers, PTCL is the largest
telecommunications provider in Pakistan. PTCL also continues to be the largest CDMA operator in
the country with 0.8 million V-fone customers.
The company maintains a leading position in Pakistan as an infrastructure provider to other telecom
operators and corporate customers of the country. It has the potential to be an instrumental agent in
Pakistan’s economic growth. PTCL has laid an Optical Fiber Access Network in the major
metropolitan centers of Pakistan and local loop services have started to be modernized and upgraded
from copper to an optical network.
On the Long Distance and International infrastructure side, the capacity of two SEA-ME-WE
submarine cables is being expanded to meet the increasing demand of International traffic.
In Rawalpindi city following exchanges are working
Cantt Exchange working lines more than 20000

Chaklala exchange 10000 lines
Westridge exchange 22000 lines
S/town exchange 29,628 lines
City Exchange 14000 lines
Following offices are located in Rawalpindi
DE Cantt
DE City
DE S/Twon
DE Westridge
Director Revenue
Director Development
Customar Service Centre
Internet Service Providers:

1) Brain Net
2) Comsats
3) Cyber Net
4) Excel Net
5) Pakistan Online
6) Paknet – Online Activatio
7) Raabta Online
8) PTCL
9) Wateen

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10.2.4. WASA
Introduction:
The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) is committed to provide drinking water of
Unquestionable quality in sufficient quantity and to treat the sewage generated to the required
parameters. As the leader in providing water and sanitation services, WASA is recognized as an
effective instrument of change through adopting state-of-the-art technologies for improving the
quality of its services to the general public.
Total No. of Water Supply Complaint Centers = 5
Address of Complaint Center
1. Liaquat Bagh (Main Office)

2. Khayban-e-Sirsyed
3. Committee Chowk
4. Water Works No. 1
5. Shamsabad (Over Head Reservoir)
6. Pirwadahi
Total No. of Sewerage Complaint Centers = 3
Total No. of No. of Sewerage Cleaning Teams: 14
Total Number of Consumers in Rawalpindi City: 10 Million

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10.2.5. POST OFFICE
GPO , Sadder Rawalpindi
Pakistan Post Office is performing deliberately its postal services for the citizens of Rawalpindi
Division; currently GPO has implemented an Express Mail Track & Trace System, and Inquiry
& Reporting System (EMTTS), in 11 major cities of Pakistan including Rawalpindi Division.
Objectives
Main objectives of the (EMTTS) project are:
• Improve the quality of service to customers.

• Provide an efficient automated platform to support a major increase in the volumes of
Express Mail and Express Money Order traffic.
• Improve overall operations and increase productivity.
• Provide PPO management with information relating to the quality of service for
Express Mail being provided by PPO to its customers.
Post Offices in Rawalpindi
1. Rawalpindi GPO & Its Night Post Office
2. Rawalpindi Satellite Town Post Office & Its Night Post Office
3. Islamabad International Airport Post Office & Its Night Post Office
4. Dr. Aziz Mohammad Road Post Office
5. Urdu Bazar Post Office & Its Night Post Office
6. Peer Waddhi Post Office

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10.2.6. Railway Stations
There is also an Islamabad/Rawalpindi central railway station that allows travel to every major city
in Pakistan. In addition to freight, Pakistan Railways provides passenger rail service throughout the
day, with train coaches that have air-conditioning in first-class.
1. Railway Station Rawalpindi Cantt

2. Railway Station Chaklala, Rawalpindi
10.2.7. Airport
Rawalpindi is well connected with the other areas of Pakistan through air, rail and road. Islamabad
International Airport is located in Rawalpindi and used by the most of the world airlines and
domestic air traffic. The Islamabad International Airport is actually located in Rawalpindi than
Islamabad and is used by over 25 airlines, both national and international. Pakistan International
Airlines (PIA), the principal carrier in Pakistan, has numerous routes, with many domestic and
international flights every day. Construction on the new Rawalpindi/Islamabad international airport
has now been started near the town of Tarnaul approx 10 miles from both cities.

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View of Islamabad International Air port

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10.2.8. Highways
The main route running through Rawalpindi is the Murree Road. This road runs West-East through
the city and continues to the Hill Station of Murree, which is a major summer attraction for
Rawalpindi residents. Murree Road is one of the busiest roads in the Punjab Province of Pakistan.
Rawalpindi is on the ancient Grand Trunk Road (also known as G.T. Road) or, more recently, N-5
which links Rawalpindi to nearly every major city in northern Pakistan, from Lahore in the Punjab to
Peshawar in the NWFP.
The city is also served by two nearby six-lane Motorways, M2 (Lahore-Islamabad) and M1
(Islamabad-Peshawar), which were completed in the 1990s. Somewhat further away is the famous
Karakoram Highway, the world's highest international road, which connects Pakistan to China.
Motorway Interchange, Rawalpindi.

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10.2.9. Public Transportation
Public transport for travel within Rawalpindi is diverse, ranging from yellow taxis, auto-rickshaws,
mini-buses, yellow cabs, auto-rickshaws and even tongas (horse-drawn carriages). Due to lack of
planning of roads, mess of traffic is found even on small roads. For inter-city travel, air-conditioned
and non air-conditioned buses and coaches are regularly available to many destinations in Pakistan.
• PEER WADHI ADDA
Peer wadhai adda is one of the most popular and oldest transport point in Rawalpindi city.
• SAWAN ADDA
This is also one of the largest and popular point for transportation.
• DAEWOO EXPRESS
The Daewoo Bus Company runs many of the buses with very modern air-conditioned buses, which
ease travel during the high summer temperatures, and which operate constantly throughout the day.
The Daewoo bus stop in Rawalpindi is situated near the Peer Wadhai Morr.

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11. MEGA DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
11.1. Islamabad International Airport Road
Widening and Remodeling of Roads and Intersections of Islamabad International Airport Road from
Jinnah Park Chowk to Flying Club, Rawalpindi.
Objectives
1. To improve Traffic circulation and accessibility from Airport to the southeast part of the city.
2. Traffic safety will improve by adopting high standard of geometric design, which will result
in reduction of accidents rate, as already achieved in case of Murree Road and Rawal Road in
Rawalpindi.
3. Safety of Pedestrian cyclists will be enhanced by providing wider footpaths and cycling
lanes.
4. Vehicle operating cost and journey time will reduce.
5. Reduction in accident due to channelization of traffic at intersections.
Brief Description of the Project
The project covers 5.45 Km of main road with 1.00 Km of service roads at Airport Road includes
improvement of pavement, construction of footpaths, median, pedestrian over head bridges,
pavement marking, traffic signs, installations of traffic signals, channelization of junctions, provision
of efficient drainage system, relocation of structures, road lights and construction of Flyover Bridge
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Future Projects
11.2. Ring Road
1. General Description
The proposed Ring Road – II encircles Rawalpindi City on south-west side originating near I-
Series of Islamabad and terminating at Rawat Junction (Suparco) at G.T. Road up to Pirwadhai and
New Islamabad Airport after crossing Motorway and Islamabad Highway, based on requirements
as predicted in the Master Plan, land use plan, growth of income, future land uses pattern, OD
travel pattern, expected traffic after the linkage of land commitment etc. This will be followed by
Acquisition Plan, Detailed Traffic Engg. as per cross section based on requirement of future land
use pattern as included in Rawalpindi Master Plan, economic evaluation / BOT feasibility plan
with TOR for system of roll over programme for the future investment in transportation and road
infrastructure, rough cost estimate or other related documents / ancillary services as required by
Govt. of Punjab / RDA.
The length of this urban expressway is 42 km approximately and total cost is 20.00 million.
2. Scope of the project Following are the major tasks of the project to be under taken in the
study:
Task-I: Feasibility, Selection / verification of Route and its Engg. Surveys in the context of
Transportation Plan / Guided Development Plan
Task-II: Finalization of Alignment, Documenting the Route Alignment with reference to
Land Acquisition Plan, land values & ownership pattern, Preliminary design and Rough Cost
Estimate etc.
Task-III Economic Evaluation, BOT feasibility and infrastructure investment plan through
roll over programme.

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11.3. Lai Expressway
Rawalpindi is the premier city adjoining the national capital Islamabad and is center of
administrative, industrial, commercial, health and educational activity for northern Punjab. The first
20 years of creation of Islamabad triggered a large scale economy activity in Rawalpindi, as it was
particularly the interim capital in place of Islamabad during those years. Unluckily however, the
urban facilities which were already insufficient for the people of Rawalpindi were not reinforced.
Rawalpindi was left to grow unattended. The Lai Nullah, having a length of about 19 Km in
Rawalpindi Metropolitan area, bisects the central part of Rawalpindi. The tributaries of the Lai
Nullah originated from the Margalla Hills, flow through the city of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The
Nullah Lai then flows through the centre of Rawalpindi and is confluent with the Soan River at 18
Km downstream from Rawalpindi. Islamabad is at the Margalla foot hills. The total catchments area
of Nullah Lai is 238square Km. where as the surroundings of Nullah Lai can be defined as mixed
land uses, enchroachments, non standardized infrastructure support, unbalanced land use transport
interaction, and sewerage and solid waste disposal in the Nullah. During the
unusual/devastating rainfall and flood of July 2001 which caused unprecedented damage to human
life and property, it was decided to improve/widen/remodel the Nullah Lai for mitigation of flood.
Lai Nullah was desisted and widened to improve discharge to cater 25 year flood but to cater for 100
years flood discharge channel needs more widening/deepening.
The project envisages construction of road astride bank of Lai Nullah while catering for
optimum/required flow capacity.
The present state of Nullah Lai is as under:
a. Top width 47 to 70 m
b. Bottom width 24 to 46 m
c. Average depth 7.5 m
d. Flow capacity at Kattarian Bridge 21,000 Cusecs
e. Chaklala Bridge 35,000 Cusecs
f. ROW 56 to 79 m

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12. INSIDE RAWALPINDI
12.1. Famous Historical Places
12.1.1. Lai Nullah
The Lai Nullah flows zigzagging through the city. An early edition of the Encyclopaedia Britannica
describes the Lai Nullah as a river. Until 1923, according to the old timers, the water of the Lai was
crystal clear and considered fit for human consumption or performing ablutions. At that time, the
city drains were not allowed to be discharged into the Lai as all the nullahs were supposed to flow
toward depression on the other side of the Arya Mohalla running along the Murree Road. Now it has
been reduced to a carrier of sewage of the twin cities. Heavy amounts of industrial wastes combined
with the domestic refuse are deposited in Lai. The presence of two factors had made the Lai water
highly polluted and rendered it unsafe even for agricultural use in the suburbs of the city. And,
pungency of the flowing water has made the life of those living beside the nullah miserable.

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12.1.2. The Mall
Rawalpindi's Thandi Sarak, better known as The Mall - the glory of the cantonment - with its row
upon row of the senior Cypresses and seasonal flower beds, was formally inaugurated in 1910 with
the beautifully sculpted statue of Queen Victoria standing majestically at the convergence point of
the Murree Road on The Mall in close vicinity of the flashman's. The statue was chiseled in the
United Kingdom in 1906. After independence, the statue was shifted from The Mall to the British
High Commission.
12.1.3. Lal Haveli
In old times, Rawalpindi had developed a unique architectural style. Both in the older quarters of the
city and cantonment, it was considered fashionable to have wooden balconies with intricately
designed motifs. It is located in the neighbor hood of the Purana Qilla, Sarafa Bazaar, Bohar Bazaar
and Moti Bazaar. In 1920 in the pre-partition days, it was home to Budhana Bibi, a famous dancing
girl.

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12.1.4. Purana Qilla
Enter the old part of the city and you will find yourself in archetypal form of an ancient town -
crooked and narrow streets, dense housing, intricate woodwork on Jharokas, bay windows and
doors, cut brick corbellings. Like Multan, Pakpattan or Lahore, the old quarters of the city, better
known as the Purana Qilla, have a series of alleys with some of them being so narrow that they
barely leave enough space for two people to walk side by side at the same time. At least there is one
street through which only one person can walk. It is the entire urban fabric of the place that is
historic. There is still a chance of seeing specimen of solid old masonry in construction of some of
the old buildings. Homes have also retained their essential trait despite renovations to make them
comfortable for modern living and their division for growing population.

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12.2. FAMOUS Hotels
There is a wide range of accommodation. Modern, well equipped Hotels in Rawalpindi
12.2.1. Pearl Continental Hotel *****
Pearl Continental Hotel the only deluxe hotel in Rawalpindi area. This hotel is situated a 5 minutes
drive from the airport and in the close proximity to the downtown shopping centers. One of the
largest chain of hotels within Pakistan.
12.2.2. Shalimar Hotel ****
Shalimar, an impressive & centrally air-conditioned 4-star hotel houses 100 luxuriously refurnished
rooms and suites, tastefully appointed and equipped with all modern facilities.

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12.2.3. Akbar International ***
Located on Liaquat road, Rawalpindi. The Hotel offers all the basic facilities.
12.2.4. Flashman’s Hotel
12.2.5. Hotel Civic

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12.3. Famous Restaurants
12.3.1. Lasania Restaurant city
Located on Murree Road Saddar, Rawalpindi.
12.3.2. La Rosh Hotel
Committee Chowk, Rawalpindi.

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12.4. FAMOUS FAST FOODS
12.4.1. KFC - International - (Rawalpindi)
Adamjee Road, Saddar, Murree Road, Rawalpindi.
12.4.2. Sub Way - International
Near KFC, Saddar, Murree Road. Rawalpindi.

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12.5. Roads In Rawalpindi City

1. Adamjee Road
2. Liaquat Road
3. Adiala Road
4. Mall Road
5. Airport Road
6. Murree Road
Murree Road(Under pass)
7. Bank Road
8. Peshawar Road
9. Canning Road
10. Police Station Road
11. Haider Road
12. Railway Road
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13. Harding Road
14. College Road
15. Tipu Road
16. Jhelum Road

17. Tulsa Road
18. Kashmir Road

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12.6. Famous Markets/ Bazaars
Nankari Bazar
Panorama Centre
Rabi Centre

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Raja Bazaar
Sabzi Mandi
Urdu Bazar

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Mohsin Sons
Imperial Market
Gulf Market
Fashion ka Ghar

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Commercial Market
Motchi Bazar
China Market
Bara Market

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Posh
Chen One

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Moti Bazar

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12.7. Ancient Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi is an ancient city. There are many old buildings, houses and narrow streets. These
exactly elaborate the culture of past decades. There is need to save these buildings as these are our
culture.

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Statue of Queen Victoria on Mall

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The Mall
Lockhart Monument

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Bridge on the Soan River
12.8. Libraries and Museums
Cantonment Library
Cantt. Library is located adjacent to the Rawalpindi Cantonment Board office, off the Mall.

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Municipal Library
Municipal Library is located on the Murree Road, adjacent to Liaquat Bagh. It has over 30,000
books which are updated at regular interval.

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12.9. Museums
PAK ARMY MUSEUM RAWALPINDI

Iftikhar Khan Janjua Road , Rawalpindi.

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12.10. Banking Institutions in Rawalpindi
1. Bank Alfalah Limited Rawalpindi
2. Habib Bank Limited Rawalpindi.

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3. The Bank of Punjab, Rawalpindi.
4. Zarai Taraqiati Bank Ltd. Rawalpindi.

5. Albarka Islamic Bank Rawalpindi.
6. Meezan Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
7. Allied Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
8. Askari Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
9. Bank Al Habib Limited Rawalpindi.
10. My Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
11. Citi Bank N A. Rawalpindi Rawalpindi.
12. Faysal Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
13. First women Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
14. Industrial Deve. Bank of Pakistan
15. Habib Metropolitan Bank Rawalpindi.
16. MCB Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
17. PICIC Commercial Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
18. KASB Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
19. ABN Amro Bank (Pak) Limited Rawalpindi.
20. Saudi Pak Comm. Bank Rawalpindi.
21. SME Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
22. Soneri Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
23. Standard Chartered Bank Pak Rawalpindi
24. United Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
25. Punjab Provincial Co Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
26. NIB Bank Limited Rawalpindi
27. Atlas Bank Limited Rawalpindi.
28. Askari Commercial Bank (Islamic) Rawalpindi.
29. Bank Alfalah Islamic Rawalpindi
30. Dubai Islamic Bank Pak Rawalpindi.
31. National Bank of Pakistan Rawalpindi.
32. State Bank of Pakistan Rawalpindi.

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12.11. Famous Chowk
Ammar Chowk
Chandni Chowk
Flashman Square

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12.12. Beautiful Mosque of Rawalpindi

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12.13. Great Mourning Days in the Rawalpindi’s History
Ojri Camp
Nineteen years ago, on April 10, 1988 the military ammunition depot at Ojhri Camp,
Rawlapindi, blew up and unleashed an inferno that sent all sorts of rockets all over Rawalpindi and
into neighboring Islamabad. It also let to a sequence of events that led to the ouster of then Prime
Minister Mohammed Khan Junejo and, depending on which conspiracy theorist you believe, to the
death of then President General Mohammad Zia ul Haq.
19 years ago, on the 10th April 1988 Ojhrii dump in

Rawalpindi was blown up. This was a deliberate act
of destruction. Hundreds upon hundreds of missiles
rained down on Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Over
5000 people were killed. Many, many thousands more
were injured.
It was clear, now, that it was Ojhri. That it was an

ammunition dump. Everyone knew that this was
related to the Afghanistan operation and ISI
controlled the location. Soon, the politics also began
becoming clear and before long Mohammed Khan
Junejo was booted out. But that was the extent of it.
Theories abound, but it remains unclear exactly what happened? Who did what? How? Why?

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Flood 2001
The floods generated by Nala Lai have remained a great source of damage to life and property in
Rawalpindi city. The great havoc of 2001 also became a cause for the great loss of 65 human lives,
innumerable cattle and property worth Rs.23 Billion.
On July 23, 2001, an unprecedented rainfall of 620 mm occurred over Islamabad and Rawalpindi in
a span of about 10 hours. The flood had caused the worst damage in the basin including death of 74
people and the complete or partial destruction of about 3000 houses.

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12.14. Political Structure
Political structure of the city is as follows:

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13. WATER RESERVOIR
13.1. RAWAL LAKE
This glistening man-made lake covers an area of 8.8 sq. km. The terraced garden and the lake are
ideal for picnic, fishing and boating. The highest point in the garden commands a panoramic view of
the lake, Margalla and Murree hills, Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The Rawal Lake is the main source
of water supply for Rawalpindi city and cantonment.
Rawal dam is constructed on Kurrang river and has a catchments area of 106 sq miles, which
generates 84,000 acre feet of water in an average rainfall year. There are four major streams and 43
small streams contributing to its storage. The total storage capacity is 47,500 acre feet (12994 MG).
Live storage is 43,000 acre feet (11763 MG). Highest flood level is 1752 feet. Rawal Lake and its
catchments area are key resources for Rawalpindi and for the region as a whole. Proper management
of this resource is important if full benefits are to be gained and maintained for the future. Most
obvious benefit of the resources is the provision of water supplies for Rawalpindi
A View of Rawal Dam

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13.2. Misriot Dam
Misriot dam is located 12 km southwest of Rawalpindi. This small dam has an artificial lake with
boating and fishing facilities. Fishing permit may be obtained from fishing guard at Misriot. It has a
pleasant landscape and walkways beyond the lake among eruptions of black rocks.
13.3. Jawa Dam
This dam was designed to irrigate 800 acres of land with irrigation requirement of 0.783 MCM at
cropping intensity of 100%. Jawa dam which operational in 1997. Since its inception, the dam
received almost constant inflow till 2000. However, after 2000, the inflow decreased gradually most
probably due to decreased in rainfall. Except for the year 1998 and 2002, the outflow has been less
than the inflow. Because this dam is built on a perennial stream, it received regular and constant
flow throughout the year. However, the flow was relatively high in June to August, due to monsoon.
The total average annual inflow to dam is 0.687 MCM, whereas, outflow is 0.777 MCM. In this case
the discharge is more than the inflow.
However, the available irrigation supply from the dam is almost equal the designed irrigation
requirement of 0.783 MCM. Therefore, in general, the available water is sufficient to irrigate the
designed area.

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SATELLITE PICTURE OF RAWALPINDI
Source: Google

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MAPS OF RAWALPINDI

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References:
WEB
a. Wikipedia Encyclopedia, encyclopedia

b. Pindiplus
c. Worldisround
d. Pindionline
e. www.geocities.com
f. HEC
g. PTCL
h. IESCO
i. SNGPL
j. WASA
k. EDHI Foundation
l. Darul aman
m. Pak Army Museum, Rawalpindi
n. Rawalpindi-City.blogspot.com
o. Virtualglobetrottiong.com
p. Nrb
q. www.rawalpindi.gov.pk
r. travel.mapsofworld.com
s. pakistanpeadia.com
t. www.absoluteastronomy.com
Books & Etc.
a. EDO Health, Rawalpindi

b. EDO Education, Rawalpindi
c. Cities, Engines of Growth (PIDE) Quid-e-Azam University
d. Statistics Division, Govt. of Pakistan
e. Rawalpindi Potentials and Prospects (RCCI)
f. Directorate of Industries, Punjab
g. Railway Station, Rawalpindi
h. Post Office, Rawalpindi
i. Rawalpindi Development Authority
j. TEVTA
k. Rawalpindi Development authority (RDA)
l. Rescue 1122
m. Municipal Library
n. Army Museum
o. District Census Report of Rawalpindi, 1998
p. City Report, Rawalpindi, Population & Housing Censes 1998
q. State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)
r. WASA
S. SMEDA

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RAWALPINDI MILE STONE

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2.2. General Details

The population of Rawalpindi is approximately 3,059,550 ( 2007)

Coordinates 33°36′00″N 73°02′00″E / 33.6, 73.033333 Coordinates: 33°36′00″N 73°02′00″E / 33.6,

Altitude; 500 meters AMSL

Area; 5,286 km²

Calling code; 051

Time zone; PST (UTC+5)

Population; 2,300,000 (1998)

Estimate; 3,059,550 (2007)

Literacy rate; 70.5% (January 2006)

Union Councils; 170

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SUN SET AT RAWAL LAKE

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3.1. Islamic Religious Festivals

St. Joseph's Hospice Anglican Church in Pindi

St.Paul Church, The Mall Rawalpindi

OLD SIKH TEMPLE AT COLLEGE ROAD , RAWALPINDI

soojan singh’s haveli Rawalpindi

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4.1. National Days Celebrations

4.1.1. Pakistan Day

4.1.2. Independence Day

4.1.3. Defense Day

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Male usually wear Shalwar, Kameez (Shirt) and

4.3. Food And Health

4.4. Wedding Customs And Traditions

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This ceremony takes place on the night

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This is the day that opens a new chapter in the life

Baghi is very popular on wedding occasions now

The Valima reception takes place on the day after the

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4.5. Superstitious /Beliefs

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According to the general survey of industry conducted by Directorate of Industries and

Apparently there is no shortage of skilled manpower. The Technical/Vocational Training Institute

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5.1. Back Ground Of Occupations

The ordinary non-agricultural inhabitants of the village of the district are:

5.2. Initialization Of Trading Classes

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5.3. Industries And Manufacturers

The lohars of Manianda, tehsil Pindigheb, make

Iron vessels of large size (karah) are made at

Reed matting, known as phur, is made in some

Country cloth of various kinds is made throughout

Saddles are made in Rawalpindi and also in

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There is now no considerable manufacture of Kuzas, or earthen-jars, at Fatehjang, as there is said

5.4. Popular Industries

5.4.1. Marble Industry In Rawalpindi/Islamabad Region