Blue World City Islamabad: Pakistan’s First Purpose‑Built Tourist City

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Explore Blue World City Islamabad – Pakistan’s first purpose-built tourist city offering residential, commercial, and investment opportunities. Discover plot details, development updates, and attractions like the Sports Valley, Blue Mosque replica, and CPEC-linked economic zones. Learn

Blue World City is the flagship project of the BGC‑IGC Consortium, founded by Blue Group of Companies (BGC) and Imperium Group of Companies (IGC). Owners and equal partners include Saad Nazir (representing BGC) and Chaudhry Nadeem Ejaz (representing IGC). The development involves collaboration with Shan Jian Municipal Engineering Company, a Chinese firm, aligning the project with Pak‑China cooperation initiativesTagine MarketingSapphire Properties.


Master Plan & Vision

Conceived in 2018, Blue World City aims to be Pakistan’s first purpose‑built tourist city, combining residential, commercial, recreational, and hospitality developments. The society spans over 250,000 kanals along the motorway route and aims to construct 100,000 housing units by 2030 in partnership with China Rail Sixth GroupThe News Internationalblueworldcity.comSapphire Properties. It plans to integrate entertainment, sports, architectural landmarks, and economic zones under a unified vision.


Major Blocks & Attractions

1. General Block

A foundational residential area offering plots from 5 marla to 2 kanal (corner plots also available). Development and infrastructure works are in progress, with second‑possession announced for Sector 2 of General BlockWirasat Real Estateblueworldcity.comblueworldcity.com.

2. Overseas Block

Designed to cater primarily to Overseas Pakistanis, this block offers 7, 10, 14 marla, 1 kanal, and 2 kanal residential plots, as well as commercial plots (5 & 10 marla). As of early 2025, road networks have been finalized, utilities (gas, electricity, water) installed, sustainable practices (solar lighting, landscaping) introduced, and townhouses, villas, and apartments well underwayBlue World City.

3. Sports Valley Block

Envisions Pakistan’s largest cricket stadium (capacity ~55,000), alongside sports facilities such as futsal, volleyball, badminton, tennis courts, open‑air gym, cycling tracks, jogging trails, and community parks. Notable celebrity‑branded enclaves include Shoaib Akhtar Enclave and Legend Enclave endorsed by Arshad Nadeem. Plot sizes available: 5, 8, 10 marla, 1 kanal, and 2 kanalSapphire PropertiesThe News InternationalWirasat Real Estate.

4. Waterfront District

A unique community built along a water reservoir, offering residences in 6, 12 & 18 marla formats. It is marketed as Pakistan’s first waterfront residential enclave, providing serene vistas and a tranquil lifestyleSapphire Properties.

5. Awami Block & Complex

An affordable housing solution for low‑income and middle‑income families, offering compact plots of 3.5 marla and 4.5 marla, with simplified installment plans and access to communal amenitiesWirasat Real EstateSapphire Properties.

6. Other Components & Attractions

  • Blue Mosque Replica: Inspired by Istanbul’s iconic Blue Mosque.

  • Water Theme Park: Featuring slides, wave pools, waterfalls, and family zones—a major tourism draw.

  • Horse Mascots and Rumi Square: Decorative landmarks.

  • BWC Tower: A skyscraper and icon in the commercial/business square.

  • Torch Hotel: Modeled after Doha’s Torch Tower, planned as a 300 m panoramic hotelalmaymaar.comSapphire Properties.

  • Blue World Trade Center & Economic Zone: Positioned alongside CPEC for trade, warehousing, and industrial SME activityblueworldcity.comThe News International.


Infrastructure & Legal Status

  • NOC & Layout: Layout planning was approved by the Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) on August 7, 2018, with expansion areas currently in formal NOC processing and District Council approval in placealmaymaar.comefsm.pkblueworldcity.com.

  • Development Status: Civil work includes construction of grand entrance gates, main boulevard, central avenue (208 ft wide), and horse‑mascot sculpture installations. Second possession has been released for parts of General Block, while Overseas Block infrastructure is in advanced stagesblueworldcity.comblueworldcity.comBlue World City.

  • Utilities & Amenities: Plans include 24/7 supply of water, power, and gas, along with amenities such as spa/sauna, swimming pools, gym, mosques, shopping mall, cineplex, health clinics, and elite education facilities (Forces School & College System)Sapphire Propertiesblueworldcity.comBlue World City.


Investment & Payment Plans

Blue World City promotes flexible 3‑ to 4‑year installment plans, making plots accessible across income levelsSapphire PropertiesTagine Marketing. The General Block targets mid-level investors, Overseas Block targets NRI purchasers with premium pricing, while the Awami Block provides cost‑effective residential options. Sports Valley and Waterfront District offer mid‑to‑upper tier luxury and recreational appeal.

Market sentiment has been positive, with demand driven by strong location, affordability, CPEC integration, and tourism‑focused master planning. Analysts predict robust secondary‑market value growth, particularly for Overseas Block and Sports Valley plotsBlue World CityThe News International.


Looking Ahead: Vision 2025‑2030

Blue World City aims to shape Pakistan’s future real estate and tourism landscape with ambitious ventures:

  • Partnership with China Rail Sixth Group under a MoU inked in 2024, covering strategic domains like mono‑rail transit, net‑zero carbon infrastructure, sports complexes, and 100,000 housing units targetThe News Internationalblueworldcity.com.

  • Blue World Economic Zone development along the motorway to attract SMEs, wholesalers, logistics firms and trade aligned with CPEC corridorsThe News Internationalblueworldcity.com.

  • Tourism‑driven attractions including the water park, replicas of global landmarks, stadium, Rumi Square and Hotel Torch, enhancing regional visibility and positioning Islamabad‑Rawalpindi as a destination hub.


Why Blue World City Matters

  • Strategic transport connectivity: Linked to M‑2 motorway, airport, Rawalpindi Ring Road, and CPEC corridoralmaymaar.comblueworldcity.com.

  • Pak‑China collaboration: Built under Chinese engineering and planning expertise, with international design standards in mindTagine MarketingThe News International.

  • Tourism potential: Positioned as Pakistan’s first tourist city, with theme‑park, architectural replicas, and stadium to attract both domestic and international visitors.

  • Affordability & inclusivity: Offering housing options across socioeconomic ranges—from Awami Block to high‑end enclaves.

  • Urban growth catalyst: Expected to boost real estate activity in Rawalpindi/Islamabad region, especially along Chakri corridor.


Conclusion

Blue World City Islamabad is emerging as a transformative real estate and tourism landmark for Pakistan. With a visionary master plan, strategic CPEC-aligned location, architecturally inspired attractions, and a socially inclusive range of housing options, it bridges affordability and ambition. The collaboration with Chinese partners further underscores its international orientation and scale. While parts of the project remain under development, possession of early-phase plots (e.g. General Block Sector 2) has begun, and infrastructure is rapidly progressing in Overseas and Sports Valley blocks.

For more detailed insights, floorplans, booking rates and latest development bulletins, you can refer to this official overview here:
Blue World City Islamabad – Times Square Marketing


? Quick Facts at a Glance

FeatureDetails
DeveloperBlue Group of Companies (BGC) & Imperium Group (IGC)
LocationChakri Road, near M‑2 Motorway & Islamabad Airport
VisionPakistan’s first purpose-built tourist city
Key BlocksGeneral, Overseas, Sports Valley, Waterfront, Awami
Major AttractionsStadium, Water Park, Blue Mosque replica, Rumi Square
Utilities24/7 water, power, gas; spa, gym, shopping, schools
Legal StatusLayout approved; NOC/expansion under processing; District Council approved
Projected Growth100,000 housing units by 2030 via Chinese partnership
Payment Plans3‑4 year flexible installments; affordable to luxury
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