By Ali Imran Abbasi
ISLAMABAD,:Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi presided over a high-level meeting in Islamabad, where important decisions were taken to improve law and order as well as civic amenities in the federal capital.During the meeting, it was decided that Islamabad’s 109 entry points will be gradually reduced to 25 in order to streamline security and enhance monitoring. The minister directed authorities to formulate an effective strategy for this transition, emphasizing that the Red Zone must be made fully functional with practical enforcement measures.“Strict monitoring at security checkpoints and entry points will ensure foolproof security,” Naqvi said, adding that checkpoints must not exist merely for formality — their true effectiveness should be visible.Reaffirming the government’s commitment, the interior minister stated that maintaining peace and security in the federal capital is non-negotiable. He also issued directives to improve the quality of services and facilities provided to citizens.Naqvi assigned responsibility for city cleanliness and anti-encroachment operations to the Assistant Commissioners, ordering the immediate removal of unnecessary items from major roads. He assured full administrative support for staff involved in maintaining law and order and promoting the capital’s development.The meeting was attended by the Islamabad Capital Police Inspector General, Chief Commissioner Islamabad, Deputy Commissioner, DIGs, SSPs, SPs, and all Assistant Commissioners.
