ISLAMABAD – Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has directed authorities to complete a new 11-storey hostel at the National Police Academy (NPA) within five months, as part of efforts to modernize police training facilities and address accommodation shortages.
During a visit to the Academy on Wednesday, Naqvi toured ongoing development projects, stressing that “speed must not come at the expense of quality.” The upcoming hostel will feature 126 rooms, easing housing pressure on the institution that trains Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) from across the country.
Hands-On Inspection of Facilities
Naqvi personally inspected classrooms, the swimming pool, and the Officers’ Mess, where he sampled meals served to trainee officers and sought their feedback. He also observed a swimming competition, encouraging probationers and instructors.
The minister’s visit aimed to gauge both infrastructure upgrades and the training environment, signaling an increased federal focus on police reform and officer welfare.
Expanded Training and Academic Programs
At a meeting with senior officials, Naqvi reviewed earlier directives, including plans to strengthen trainee attachments with agencies such as the FIA, forensic units, Safe City projects, and cybercrime wings.
Deputy Commandant of the Academy briefed him on new academic initiatives, confirming that ASPs completing the National Command Course will now be eligible for MS degrees in Criminology and Police Studies. Training modules also include field exposure at police stations and specialized law enforcement facilities.
Commitment to Modernization
Trainee officers thanked the minister for addressing long-standing accommodation and training issues. The visit was attended by senior Islamabad administration and Capital Development Authority officials, underscoring federal support for the Academy’s overhaul.
The move to fast-track construction and expand academic opportunities aligns with broader efforts to professionalize Pakistan’s policing system and improve officer readiness for evolving security challenges.