Naqvi Orders FIA Overhaul, Crackdown on Human Trafficking Mafias
ISLAMABAD – Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has announced sweeping reforms for the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), pledging to modernize the institution and intensify its fight against illegal immigration mafias.
During a high-level meeting at FIA Headquarters, Naqvi approved the immediate provision of advanced technology and essential weaponry to boost the agency’s operational capacity. Emphasizing performance-based incentives, he said the FIA must meet public expectations with tangible results.
He ordered a “zero-tolerance” policy towards those involved in human smuggling, directing an aggressive crackdown on mafias damaging Pakistan’s reputation internationally.
To improve public facilitation, the minister instructed the simplification of immigration processes at airports and the setup of fast-track counters for citizens.
Addressing internal gaps, Naqvi directed the immediate hiring for all approved vacant positions and called for a comprehensive master plan for the renovation of FIA Headquarters. He also ordered the relocation of the FIA Academy to newly allocated land and fast-tracked restoration of the Karachi Zonal Office.
Director General FIA Raja Riffat Mukhtar briefed the minister on ongoing reforms. The meeting was attended by Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, the Interior Secretary, CDA Chairman, and other senior FIA officials.
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