GDA

Galliat Development Authority (GDA)
In 1961, the Government of West Pakistan issued a notification to form Rawalpindi and Hazara Hill Tact Improvement Trust. Except initial allocation of some seed money, the Trust was envisaged to be a self-financing organization. The Trust was assigned the responsibilities to reduce tourism pressure from Murree by developing abandoned cantonments of Gora Dhaka, Khanspur, Changlagali and Khairagali.After the dissolution of one unit on March, 23, 1969, the status of NWFP was restored and the Trust was renamed as Hazara Hill Tract Improvement Trust (HHTIT). By the end of 1975 Nathiagali and Dungagali were also included in the territorial jurisdiction of HHTIT.
HHTIT was the first agency in the country to plan a Ski Resort and Chairlift for the promotion of adventure tourism and recreation. The Chairlift project was commissioned in 1967.Under such a development scenario, quite a few years ago, Galliat Development Authority (GDA) was very legitimately conceived by the Govt. of NWFP. On June 8, 1999, GDA took over its new responsibilities form HHTIT with all its assets and liabilities and started regular functioning on the re-laid foundations of the Trust.
The GDA has assigned the following development targets:

Development of Tourism, Land use Zoning, Master planning of Galliat, Development of new resort townships, Education, Health, Water Supply Schemes, Road Communication, Conservation/Development of Forest and Natural Environment
With the establishment of GDA in June 1999, the Govt. of NWFP sanctioned Grant-in-aid amounting to Rs. 100 million with 50 million as endowment fund and Rs. 50 million as seed money for expenditure as well as generation of income activities to be under taken by GDA.

he Galiyat Development Authority (GDA) is a government agency responsible for the development and management of the Galiyat region in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. The Galiyat region comprises several picturesque hill stations, including Nathiagali, Ayubia, Bara Gali, Dunga Gali, and Khanspur, among others.

The primary objectives of the GDA include:

  1. Tourism Development: The GDA focuses on promoting tourism in the Galiyat region by developing infrastructure, improving facilities, and organizing events and activities to attract tourists.
  2. Environmental Conservation: The Galiyat region is known for its natural beauty and biodiversity. The GDA works to conserve the environment, protect forests, and preserve the ecosystem of the region.
  3. Infrastructure Development: The GDA undertakes projects to improve road networks, water supply systems, waste management, and other infrastructure in the Galiyat region to enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors.
  4. Community Development: The GDA works closely with local communities to address their needs and concerns, promote sustainable development practices, and enhance livelihood opportunities.
  5. Heritage Preservation: The Galiyat region has a rich cultural heritage, including colonial-era buildings, historical sites, and indigenous traditions. The GDA works to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of the region.

Overall, the Galiyat Development Authority plays a vital role in the sustainable development and management of the Galiyat region, ensuring that it remains a popular tourist destination while preserving its natural beauty and cultural heritage for future generations.

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  1. GDA played important role in snowfall but road must be opened all the off season especially in snow fall and attracted the tourists around the globe.
    so road must be clear on snowfall season.

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