The upgradation project of the National Police Academy (NPA) has gained significant momentum, with major components of the training infrastructure nearing completion.  Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the National Police Academy on Tuesday to review progress on the ongoing modernization initiative aimed at enhancing the capacity and quality of police training in Pakistan. 

During the visit, the Interior Minister inspected various development works and  chaired a high-level review meeting to assess progress on different projects being undertaken as part of the academy’s comprehensive upgrade plan.  Officials informed the meeting that construction work on the rappelling tower at the Elite Training School has reached 80 percent completion, while work on the jogging track and obstacle training facilities is approximately 70 percent complete.

These facilities are expected to play a vital role in improving the physical preparedness and tactical training of police personnel.  The review meeting examined progress on all ongoing projects related to the National Police Academy’s modernization. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi directed the concerned authorities to ensure timely completion of the remaining works and maintain high construction and training standards. 

The meeting assigned a target to complete the Elite School’s firing range and boundary wall within the next two months, emphasizing the government’s commitment to strengthening specialized police training capabilities.  In a significant policy decision, the meeting approved the phased transition of the National Police Academy to solar energy, reflecting the government’s broader efforts to promote sustainable and cost-effective energy solutions in public institutions.

Officials noted that the move would help reduce operational costs while ensuring a more reliable energy supply for training and administrative facilities.  The Interior Minister also directed that all classrooms at the National Police Academy be equipped with modern information technology facilities, enabling trainees to benefit from contemporary learning tools and digital training resources.

The meeting further granted principle approval for a review of the MCMC Course, with the objective of updating the curriculum in line with modern policing requirements and international best practices.  The visit and review session was attended by several senior officials, including the Director General of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), the Chairman of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), the Inspector General of Islamabad Police, the Deputy Commandant of the National Police Academy, the Deputy Commissioner of Islamabad, and other high-ranking officers. 

The ongoing upgradation of the National Police Academy is expected to significantly enhance Pakistan’s law enforcement training framework by providing state-of-the-art facilities, modern instructional resources, and advanced tactical training infrastructure for future police officers.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)