Open-air cinema planned for capital

CDA officials say cinema will be built per international standards, with parking up to 1,000 cars

ISLAMABAD:

An open-air, drive-in cinema is planned to be built in the federal capital to help provide residents with some entertainment in a safe manner during the ongoing novel coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.

This was disclosed on Wednesday by officials of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) who know of the project.

They said that with the government allowing outdoor gatherings in limited numbers and stringent conditions amidst the second wave of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, an outdoor cinema will help people enjoy movies safely. It will be built per international standards and have parking for up to 1,000 cars.

The CDA will choose a location for the project with sufficient parking where residents can watch movies while sitting in their cars. CDA Chairman Aamer Ali Ahmed will personally oversee the project, officials said.

Published in The Express Tribune, November 26^th, 2020.