Monal Restaurant Site Transforms into Scenic Margalla Viewpoint”
Demolition of Monal restaurant begins with heavy machinery
Islamabad-(Mudassar Iqbal)_According to Wildlife Management Board spokesperson Omar Bilal, the site will be repurposed for conservation and educational purposes. “A thorough survey will be conducted, followed by the design of a new Margalla Viewpoint. An information center will also be built here, where students from specialized universities can conduct research on wildlife and the environment,” he said.
Wildlife officials emphasized the importance of restoring the Margalla Hills to their original, natural state to ensure the protection of local wildlife. The Wildlife Management Board has taken charge, demolishing a significant portion of the restaurant in just one day. This popular spot, established in 2006, has been a favorite among visitors to the Margalla Hills for 18 years.
In a significant move to protect the Margalla Hills National Park, the Wildlife Management Board has begun the demolition of the iconic Monal Restaurant, following orders from the Supreme Court. Heavy machinery was deployed on [Date] to dismantle the 18-year-old establishment, which had become a popular tourist destination.
The Wildlife Management Board stated that the demolition is part of broader efforts to conserve the park’s wildlife and natural environment, which have been negatively impacted by human activities.
– Margalla Viewpoint: A new viewpoint will be designed and built after conducting a survey.
– Information Center: An information center will be constructed, providing a space for students from special universities to conduct research on wildlife and the environment.
The ultimate goal is to restore the Margalla Hills to their original, natural state, ensuring the protection of local wildlife.
It’s worth noting that the Supreme Court had issued a contempt notice to the Monal owner, and the Chief Justice criticized the land mafia, highlighting the significance of this move.
This development marks a new chapter in the conservation efforts of Margalla Hills National Park.
