Govt units up first-ever ‘Cascade’ centre to facilitate overseas nationals



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

For the primary time within the nation’s historical past, the federal government has established state-of-the-art “Cascade” service centre in Islamabad’s Diplomatic Enclave to supply a variety of important providers to the diplomatic group and overseas nationals beneath one roof.

Inside Minister Mohsin Naqvi inaugurated the service centre throughout a ceremony on the Diplomatic Enclave within the federal capital.

Addressing the inaugural ceremony, the inside minister mentioned that the Cascade service centre will supply over a dozen providers for overseas nationals and diplomats, eliminating the necessity for them to navigate a number of places of work throughout the capital. Among the many providers out there 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 sources.

Moreover, the centre may also facilitate overseas residents by providing extra providers like registration for foreigners, home workers, and volunteers, car verification, and entry to copies of first data stories (FIRs).

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

“This service centre is a mirrored image of our dedication to making a safe, welcoming atmosphere 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 overseas 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 very best requirements of safety.

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

The brand new service centre goals not solely to supply important providers but in addition to foster nearer coordination and cooperation between regulation enforcement and diplomats.

Islamabad’s Inspector Basic of Police (IGP) offered an in depth briefing on the vary of providers out there to overseas nationals on the centre, additional highlighting the trouble to make sure ease of entry to those sources.

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

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