Reports of land mafias forcibly occupying rural properties is a phenomenon not unheard of in Pakistan. However, when a property under CDA (Capital Development Authority) custodianship is attacked, it indicates two alarming deteriorations in the societal system.

First, the escalation in harassment through malicious property litigation - second and the more disconcerting- the nonchalance with which property grabbing teams file baseless cases in courts against targeted properties.

The Residential properties under the custodianship of Capital Development Authority (CDA) Islamabad have an impeccably documented ownership trail. A Title Deed helps prevent property fraud by providing a clear record of ownership and transfers. It also serves as the conclusive evidence of ownership. CDA being the Authority has the final word when it comes to property ownership in sectors of Islamabad.

The pervasive mindset of property grabbers is that women can be intimidated, harassed, and exploited due to their perceived vulnerability. Motivated by the prospects of illegitimate financial gain they unjustly attack those they perceive defenseless.

The attack that comes through harassing litigation can be as disturbing as a physical assault — when such bullies lose in court, the win, though an occasion to celebrate does not record the ordeal of harassment that was endured by the victim.

Baseless suits on innocent citizens and the devastating emotional........

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