First-ever ‘Cascade’ middle established in Islamabad to facilitate international nationals

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi (fourth from right) inaugurates “Cascade” service center in Islamabad’s Diplomatic Enclave on November 8, 2024. — APP
Inside Minister Mohsin Naqvi (fourth from proper) inaugurates “Cascade” service middle in Islamabad’s Diplomatic Enclave on November 8, 2024. — APP

ISLAMABAD: In a bid to offer a spread of important providers to the diplomatic group and international nationals beneath one roof, Inside Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Friday inaugurated the state-of-the-art “Cascade” service middle in Islamabad’s Diplomatic Enclave.

That is the primary time that such a complete service middle has been established within the historical past of the Diplomatic Enclave, aligning with the federal government’s deal with enhancing the comfort and security of diplomats and international residents.

Addressing the inaugural ceremony, the inside minister mentioned that the Cascade service middle will supply over a dozen providers for international nationals and diplomats, eliminating the necessity for them to navigate a number of workplaces throughout the capital. Among the many providers accessible are the issuance and renewal of driving licenses, character certificates, police verification, reporting of lacking individuals, and tenant registration. These providers are anticipated to considerably ease administrative processes for diplomats and worldwide guests, offering them with quicker, centralized entry to important assets.

Moreover, the middle can even facilitate international residents by providing extra providers like registration for foreigners, home employees, and volunteers, automobile verification, and entry to copies of first data reviews (FIRs).

Inside Minister Naqvi emphasised that these providers are meant to streamline processes and enhance the general expertise for international nationals residing in or visiting Islamabad.

“This service middle is a mirrored image of our dedication to making a safe, welcoming setting for diplomats and worldwide guests,” Naqvi added.

He added that the initiative aligns with the imaginative and prescient of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to prioritise the consolation and safety of international representatives.

The minister additionally shared that over 1,500 police and FC personnel, together with 20 devoted police autos, are stationed on the Diplomatic Enclave to make sure the best requirements of safety.

In his deal with, Naqvi said, “Beautifying the Diplomatic Enclave and your complete capital is a part of our mission, as we glance to challenge Islamabad as a contemporary, safe, and visitor-friendly capital.”

The brand new service middle goals not solely to offer important providers but in addition to foster nearer coordination and cooperation between legislation enforcement and diplomats.

Islamabad’s Inspector Common of Police (IGP) offered an in depth briefing on the vary of providers accessible to international nationals on the middle, additional highlighting the hassle to make sure ease of entry to those assets.

Following the inauguration, the minister, accompanied by a delegation of diplomats, visited the varied service counters on the Cascade middle.

He expressed satisfaction with the infrastructure, expressing confidence that the middle would function a mannequin of effectivity and repair supply.