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Islamabad is the capital city of Pakistan, located within the federal Islamabad Capital Territory. Established in the 1960s, Islamabad is one of the most organized and well-structured cities in Pakistan. It’s home to many government departments and foreign diplomats. The city is sheltered by beautiful hills portraying the natural beauty, the rich culture of the city depicts a colorful heritage. Famous landmarks include the majestic Faisal Mosque, the largest mosque in South Asia and the fourth largest in the world, and the Pakistan Monument, which is a symbol of national unity.
Census in Pakistan is conducted after every 10 years and the last one was done in 2017. According to the 2017 census, Islamabad had a population of 1,014,825. The city is known for its high standard of living, safety, and abundant greenery. The literacy rate of Islamabad is 88%, which is higher than any other city in Pakistan. English, being the official language of Pakistan, is widely spoken and understood, while Urdu is also commonly spoken. Other languages spoken include Punjabi and Pashto. The city is home to several parks and forests, including the Margalla Hills National Park and Shakarparian Park. The city is recognized as a clean, calm, and serene city by the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency.
Islamabad is administered by the Islamabad Metropolitan Corporation (IMC), which is supported by the Capital Development Authority (CDA). The city is divided into different sectors, each of which is identified by a letter of the alphabet. The sectors are further divided into sub-sectors. The Mayor of Islamabad is the highest-ranking official in the IMC, and the Chief Commissioner of Islamabad is the chief administrator of the federal government, who oversees the work of the IMC and CDA.
Islamabad has the highest cost of living in Pakistan, and its population is dominated by middle and upper middle class citizens. The economy of Islamabad is centered around the service sector, and the city's economy is noted for its stability and sustained growth. Several high-tech industries have their headquarters in the city, including software, information technology (IT), game development, and telecommunication. Being the capital city, it’s the political nerve center of Pakistan. This city also hosts the highest number of NGOs in Pakistan.
Being a planned city, Islamabad has a good road network, a public transportation system, and the Islamabad International Airport, which is the largest in the country. The city is known for its high standard of living, safety, and abundant greenery. The city is home to several parks and forests, including the Margalla Hills National Park and Shakarparian Park. The city's master-plan divides the city into eight zones, including administrative, diplomatic enclave, residential areas, educational sectors, industrial sectors, commercial areas, and rural and green areas.