Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has announced a sweeping modernization plan for the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), setting a firm deadline of December 31, 2026, to transform the bureau into a premier, high-tech law enforcement body.
Speaking as the guest of honor at a special conference for FIA officers in the capital, Naqvi engaged in extensive discussions with newly appointed Assistant Directors and Inspectors. The Minister emphasized that under the “dynamic leadership” of the new Director General, Dr. Usman Anwar, the agency is poised to shed legacy inefficiencies and adopt a more proactive operational stance.
Naqvi identified the FIA as a cornerstone of the national “Hardening the State” policy, describing it as the sole federal entity capable of asserting government writ nationwide. To meet modern security challenges, he pledged a significant increase in personnel, noting that the agency’s current strength largely unchanged since 2008 is insufficient for contemporary demands. To support this expansion, the Interior Minister committed to immediate residential plot allocations for the families of FIA martyrs and a comprehensive welfare package covering education and healthcare. He also promised a restructured service framework to ensure timely promotions, which he described as “the right of every employee.”
While promising full resources and facility upgrades, the Minister issued a stern warning regarding institutional integrity. He declared a “zero-tolerance policy” against internal graft, stating that once resources are provided, no leniency will be shown to those involved in corruption. He assured honest personnel of complete protection and job security, stating, “If you stand for truth and justice, the government will stand with you.” The conference was attended by high-ranking officials, including Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, Federal Secretary Interior Khurram Agha, and DG FIA Dr. Usman Anwar, who also addressed the participants on the agency’s upcoming strategic shifts.