Authorities in Islamabad are taking strict measures to transform the capital into Pakistan’s first fully digital and integrated city. Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced that, starting January 1, 2026, vehicles without an M-Tag will be barred from entering Islamabad, signaling a significant shift in traffic management and city security regulations.
The announcement came during a high-level briefing where officials were updated through a state-of-the-art digital wall on 24/7 city surveillance, law enforcement strategies, and advanced security monitoring systems operating from the control room. Mohsin Naqvi also reviewed modern surveillance technologies and inspected the Chinese Desk, reflecting Islamabad’s increasing reliance on smart city solutions.
Chairing a meeting at the Safe City Headquarters, the interior minister directed authorities to expedite the Capital Smart City project. He emphasized the urgent need to integrate essential civic services—including Rescue 1122, Traffic Police, security agencies, and the Capital Development Authority (CDA)—under a centralized digital command system. This integration is intended to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and improve public safety.
Mohsin Naqvi highlighted that Islamabad will serve as a model city for the country, with plans to eventually expand the digital framework nationwide. He stressed that modernizing the Safe City project and leveraging technology for comprehensive reforms is no longer optional but an urgent requirement to ensure Islamabad becomes the safest city in Pakistan.
During the briefing, the Inspector General of Islamabad Police shared that the use of Safe City cameras during Muharram-ul-Haram had significantly improved operational efficiency, saving both time and resources. The high-level meeting was attended by senior officials, including the Federal Interior Secretary, Chief Commissioner Islamabad, and Additional Deputy Commissioner General.
For checking vehicles, Islamabad Begins Setting up M-Tag Scanning Systems
The implementation of the M-Tag system represents a major step toward digital governance and smart city management, reinforcing Islamabad’s commitment to security, streamlined traffic management, and modernization of civic services. With these initiatives, the capital is set to become a benchmark for technologically advanced and efficiently managed cities in Pakistan.
