Major Housing Initiative Launched for Federal Government Workforce
The Federal Government Employees Housing Authority (FGEHA) has taken a significant step toward addressing the housing crisis facing government workers by partnering with a private developer to deliver affordable residential plots across the capital.
Through a memorandum of understanding signed at FGEHA headquarters in Islamabad’s G-10/4 sector, the ambitious public-private partnership aims to provide quality housing solutions to more than 10,000 registered federal employees.
Developed in accordance with the 2025 FGEHA IV and PPP Rules, this large-scale residential initiative operates on an end-product delivery model, prioritizing both affordability and construction standards for the federal workforce.
The scheme’s inaugural phase encompasses approximately 6,000 kanals of prime land strategically located near Islamabad International Airport and the M-14 Motorway, offering convenient connectivity for future residents.
FGEHA Director General Captain (retired) Muhammad Zafar Iqbal described the project as a transformative milestone in making homeownership accessible for government employees. He emphasized that the partnership demonstrates the authority’s dedication to expanding housing development through collaborative public-private frameworks.
The signing ceremony witnessed participation from FGEHA leadership, private sector representatives, media professionals, and officials from multiple government departments, underscoring the project’s significance.
Beyond this initiative, federal authorities are exploring innovative financing mechanisms modeled after automobile loan systems to combat Pakistan’s persistent affordable housing shortage and limited long-term credit availability.
Federal Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal recently chaired policy discussions highlighting how the absence of sustainable mortgage options continues hindering homeownership for salaried professionals. Drawing parallels with Pakistan’s successful vehicle financing sector, Iqbal questioned why comparable housing finance models remain undeveloped.
The minister advocated for government-guaranteed mortgage schemes to incentivize banking sector participation, stressing that homeownership should not remain unattainable for ordinary citizens. Proposed reforms will undergo legal review with relevant ministries to establish practical financing frameworks inspired by successful international housing models.
