Federal Reserve Police proposed; Mohsin Naqvi calls high-level meeting
Interior Ministry plans modern police force for capital to bridge the security gap; PM to be briefed about the policing
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In a significant move to bridge the security gap in capital, the Ministry of Interior has scheduled a high-level meeting on Monday to discuss the establishment of the Federal Reserve Police.
According to the 24NewsHD TV channel, the meeting to be held in Islamabad will be presided over by Interior Minister Syed Moshin Raza Naqvi on Monday.
In the meeting, the Federal Secretary of Interior, the Federal Secretary of Law, the Inspector General (IG) of Punjab Police, and other senior law enforcement officials will participate.
According to sources, the participants will present their recommendations on the formation of the Federal Reserve Police.
This proposed force is expected to include recruitment, the provision of modern equipment, and the establishment of specialised wings such as anti-riot units.
The Ministry of Interior will also brief the Prime Minister on the proposed Federal Reserve Force, emphasising its necessity for improving the city’s security infrastructure.
According to the media reports, currently, Islamabad’s police force, comprising approximately 10,000 officers, is insufficient for a city of its stature, where at least 30,000 personnel are needed for effective law enforcement.
With a significant portion of the existing police force dedicated to VIP protocols and the protection of high-profile installations, only 2,000 to 2,500 officers are available for core policing duties.
This resource gap leaves the city vulnerable to criminal activities and highlights the urgent need for intervention.
The proposed Federal Reserve Police aims to address these issues by bolstering manpower, enhancing financial incentives for officers, equipping them with advanced tools and weaponry, and reallocating resources from VIP duties to public safety.