ISLAMABAD, Nov 13 (APP):Islamabad capital Terrtory (ICT) Police's Diplomatic Protection Department (DPD), in collaboration with the Capital Development Authority (CDA), has initiated comprehensive measures to strengthen security, upgrade surveillance systems and improve infrastructure in the Diplomatic Enclave on the directions of Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. An official told APP on Friday that the initiative was aimed at providing a safe, secure and well-maintained environment for foreign diplomats, embassies and …
SSP Zeeshan outlines major security, beautification measures for Islamabad’s Diplomatic Enclave
ISLAMABAD, Nov 13 (APP):Islamabad capital Terrtory (ICT) Police’s Diplomatic Protection Department (DPD), in collaboration with the Capital Development Authority (CDA), has initiated comprehensive measures to strengthen security, upgrade surveillance systems and improve infrastructure in the Diplomatic Enclave on the directions of Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
An official told APP on Friday that the initiative was aimed at providing a safe, secure and well-maintained environment for foreign diplomats, embassies and international missions operating in the federal capital.
According to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Diplomatic Protection Department, Captain (Retired) Syed Zeeshan Haider, security deployment is being strengthened, while mobile patrolling inside and around the Diplomatic Enclave is being increased to ensure effective monitoring and protection.
He said smart surveillance systems, CCTV monitoring and access control arrangements were also being upgraded to further strengthen security across the enclave.
A round-the-clock facilitation desk is being established to provide assistance to the diplomatic community, while coordination and liaison with embassies and diplomatic missions are being improved.
The SSP said regular security audits and mock exercises would also be conducted in coordination with other law enforcement agencies to assess preparedness and improve emergency response capabilities.
Alongside security improvements, the DPD and CDA are undertaking beautification and infrastructure development measures, including landscaping, horticulture work and improvements to street lighting.
Repair and maintenance of roads, footpaths and signage are also part of the initiative to improve accessibility, visibility and the overall appearance of the Diplomatic Enclave.
The departments are also carrying out cleanliness activities and taking measures to remove encroachments to maintain a clean and pleasant environment.
SSP Zeeshan Haider said the safety, security and facilitation of the diplomatic community remained the department’s top priority.
