Drive for removal of wild growth in full swing.

ISLAMABAD -- The environment wing of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) has started removing wild growth and grass, which has grown as a result of recent rains.

The wild bushes and shrubs not only disturb the natural beauty of Islamabad but also provide potential breeding sites for the growth of dengue larva, so these were being removed on priority and no laxity will be tolerated in that regard, Director General Environment Irfan Niazi told reporter.

He said during the first phase the CDA teams were removing grass and bushes on main roads, particularly from green belts, median strips, and different 'marakiz', adding that the residential areas and streets would be cleaned at the end.

Labour and special grass cutting machines were being used to accomplish the task, he added.

In that regard, special teams were formed, and their performance was being...