Diplomatic Enclave to Get Wider Roads, Modern Tracks and Security Wall
Interior Minister directs authorities to redesign the enclave’s security framework, remodel checkpoints, widen roads and modernise cycling, walking and park facilities while ensuring no trees are cut during development work.
ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has ordered a fresh comprehensive security plan for Islamabad’s Diplomatic Enclave as the government moves ahead with a broader upgrade of infrastructure, mobility and public spaces in the capital’s high-security diplomatic district.
Development Work Reviewed
Naqvi visited the Diplomatic Enclave on Tuesday and inspected ongoing development work, including construction of the boundary wall, remodelling of security checkpoints and progress on cycling and walking tracks.
During the inspection, the interior minister directed that work on the boundary wall should continue without interruption, while stressing that no tree should be cut during the execution of the development projects.
Focus on Green Spaces
The environmental directive comes as authorities seek to improve infrastructure within the enclave without unnecessarily affecting its existing green character.
Naqvi also instructed officials to develop the cycling and walking tracks along modern planning standards and ordered the widening of roads to improve movement and accessibility within the diplomatic area.
New Security Plan Ordered
Security formed a key part of the visit. The interior minister directed the DIG Security to prepare a revised, modern and comprehensive security plan for the Diplomatic Enclave, bringing security arrangements in line with current requirements.
The directions add a security dimension to the wider physical transformation of the enclave, which houses foreign diplomatic missions and residences and remains one of Islamabad’s most closely managed zones.
Parks to Be Modernised
The government’s plans also include restoration and modernisation of parks within the Diplomatic Enclave. Naqvi said the objective was to transform the area into a modern, secure and aesthetically improved diplomatic zone while providing its residents with facilities meeting international standards.
First Phase of Upgrade Underway
The latest inspection follows an earlier government decision to move ahead with the first phase of the Diplomatic Enclave Upgradation Project, covering the main entrance from Constitution Avenue, an adjoining road, boundary wall, cycling track and park.
During Tuesday’s visit, the CDA chairman briefed the interior minister on progress on the ongoing development works and implementation plans.
The Deputy Commissioner Islamabad and other senior officials were also present during the inspection.
The latest directions place security redesign, road improvements, recreational infrastructure and environmental protection at the centre of the government’s broader plan for upgrading Islamabad’s diplomatic district.
The current visit and directives are confirmed by APP’s August 25 report. The broader upgrade also follows an earlier phase covering the Constitution Avenue entrance, road, boundary wall, cycling track and park.
