What is Defence area in Pakistan?

What is Defence area in Pakistan?

The authority came into existence through Presidential Order No. 7 of 1980 and was later approved by the National Assembly of Pakistan. The authority is spread over 8,852 acres (35.82 km2) and provides civic facilities to millions of residents.

Which district is Defence in Karachi?

On 11 July 2011, the Sindh Government restored again Karachi South District. In November 2013, Jamshed Town was added into Karachi East District, after three eastern towns of that split up to form a new district named Korangi. Now Karachi South comprise Saddar along with Clifton and Defence area.

Who is the owner of DHA Karachi?

Pakistan Defence Officers Housing Authority currently owns and manages over an area of 8,797 Acres, serving several families.

Who is head of DHA?

Ronald J. Place

Defense Health Agency
Director LTG Ronald J. Place
Insignia
Distinctive unit insignia worn by they U.S. Army element
Shoulder sleeve insignia worn by U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force elements

How many people live in DHA Karachi?

661,000
The site has a aggregate population of 661,000. Mainly the residents of DHA Karachi City are belongs to Pakistan Defense Forces including Pak Army, Navy and Air Force while the civilians are also part of Housing Scheme.

What DHA stands for?

Docosahexaenoic Acid
Docosahexaenoic Acid (Dha)

Where does Khayaban-e-Ittehad meet DHA Phase VI?

Khayaban-e-Ittehad curves shortly after its intersection with 5th street and from that point onwards, runs at an angle of 45 degrees from the vertical. It meets most of the roads that run in DHA. It runs in Phase VI, Phase VII & Phase VIII.

Where is the defence area of Karachi located?

Defence ( Urdu: ڈیفنس ‎ ̣̣̣̣ḍīfēns) is a wealthy neighbourhood located within Clifton Cantonment of Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. Although part of Karachi City District, Defence is actually governed directly by the Clifton Cantonment Board.

Where is Khayaban-e-Shaheen located in Karachi?

Khayaban-e-Shaheen: runs parallel to Hafiz. It is continuous with Zamzama Boulevard on one side and passes through ‘Creek City’ on the other side. Landmarks on Shaheen include Shaikh Zaid’s ‘Mehel’. Shaheen runs in Phase V, Phase VI and Phase VIII.

When was the Defence Housing Authority established in Karachi?

It was originally established for retired military personnel by the Armed Forces of Pakistan Welfare Department in the mid 1950s, however, currently a majority of civilian families reside here Although part of Karachi City, Defence is actually governed directly by the Clifton Cantonment Board. The DHA serves as the administrative authority only.