The Islamabad Model Jail project, which had been pending for 17 years, has finally been completed. Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi and Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry visited the Islamabad Model Jail on Tuesday to oversee the final preparations.
The interior minister conducted a comprehensive inspection of various sections of the facility, including the hospital, kitchen, mess, barracks, and the designated waiting area for visitors. During the visit, he personally reviewed the construction quality and the infrastructure standards implemented at the site.
Mohsin Naqvi stated that the model jail in Islamabad is now fully prepared for operations and that the Prime Minister of Pakistan will inaugurate the facility in the coming days. He confirmed that all prisoners currently held in other facilities from Islamabad would be shifted to this new, modern jail.
The minister emphasized that the facility will become operational immediately following the official inauguration. He noted that the project was a long-standing requirement for the capital, and its completion marks a significant milestone for the interior ministry.
Speaking to journalists during the visit, Mohsin Naqvi highlighted that the new jail has been constructed according to the highest international standards. He assured that all provided facilities within the premises meet modern requirements for security and inmate management.
He further reiterated the current government's commitment to reforming the prison system across the country. The minister stressed that the focus remains on ensuring the protection of human rights for all inmates while maintaining strict security protocols.
The project, which faced numerous delays over the past 17 years, is expected to alleviate overcrowding issues and provide a more structured environment for rehabilitation. The administration has expressed satisfaction with the pace of work in the final stages.
Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry also praised the efforts of the construction teams and the ministry officials for ensuring the project's completion. He stated that the government is dedicated to providing better infrastructure for the capital's administrative needs.
The facility is equipped with modern security surveillance systems and medical amenities to ensure that the health and safety of the prisoners are prioritized. This initiative is part of a broader plan to modernize public service infrastructure in Islamabad.
As the final touches are being applied, the interior ministry has directed the relevant authorities to ensure a smooth transition process for the transfer of inmates once the inauguration ceremony is concluded.