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    From landmark destination to destruction: Monal Restaurant gets new legal lifeline as Federal Constitutional Court sets aside demolition order

    Imran MalikBy 37 Comments3 Mins Read

    Pakistan’s iconic Monal Restaurant receives a major legal reprieve after the Federal Constitutional Court overturns its demolition order, reviving hopes for one of Islamabad’s most beloved landmarks.

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    In a major legal development, Pakistan’s Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has set aside the earlier order directing the demolition of the iconic Monal Restaurant at Pir Sohawa, offering fresh hope for one of the country’s most recognizable tourist destinations.

    The court accepted appeals filed by the Capital Development Authority (CDA) and the Metropolitan Corporation, restoring the ownership dispute to the relevant trial courts. It directed the lower courts to decide the pending cases independently and as swiftly as possible. The FCC also clarified that administrative matters related to the case should be handled by the appropriate regulatory authorities.

    During the hearing, the constitutional bench emphasized that its verdict was based solely on legal principles following a detailed examination of the case.

    More than a restaurant

    For many Pakistanis, Monal has never been just another restaurant. Perched in the scenic Margalla Hills overlooking Islamabad, it has become one of the country’s most photographed landmarks and a must-visit destination for local and international tourists alike.

    Its breathtaking views, traditional Pakistani cuisine, and unique location helped transform it into an international symbol of Pakistan’s hospitality.

    Media professionals and frequent international travelers have often recalled that Monal was among the first places foreign visitors mentioned upon returning home.

    At the Global Media Congress 2023 in Abu Dhabi, several journalists from Britain and Scotland shared memories of visiting Monal during their trips to Pakistan, even showing photographs they had taken there. A year later, members of the Pakistani diaspora in New York similarly described Monal as an essential stop whenever they returned home.

    Alongside Pakistan’s northern areas, Monal evolved into one of the country’s strongest tourism attractions for foreign visitors.

    Public reaction

    The FCC’s latest decision has generated widespread discussion on social media, where many users welcomed the legal relief while expressing hope that the remaining legal issues will now be resolved transparently and in accordance with the law.

    The case has also revived debate over high-profile demolition decisions in Pakistan, with many drawing comparisons to Nasla Tower, where homeowners suffered massive financial losses despite having purchased apartments in good faith.

    Legal experts note that the FCC’s ruling does not represent a final decision on ownership. Instead, it returns the matter to the trial courts, where the dispute will now proceed under the normal judicial process.

    For now, supporters of Monal see the judgment as an important opportunity to preserve a landmark that has long represented Islamabad’s beauty, tourism potential and Pakistan’s image before the world.

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