ISLAMABAD, October 25, 2026: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has assured Islamabad residents that no trees will be cut and no new concrete structures will be built as part of plans to improve F-9 Park, one of the capital’s major public recreational spaces.
In a statement shared on X, Naqvi outlined plans to upgrade the park with improved lighting, a lake, coffee shops, better walkways and the plantation of thousands of additional trees.
He emphasized that protecting the park’s existing greenery would remain a priority throughout the proposed improvements.
“F-9 Park holds a special place in the hearts of everyone living in Islamabad,” Naqvi said.
Addressing concerns about the potential environmental impact of the planned development, the interior minister gave an unequivocal assurance that existing trees would be protected.
“Let me make it absolutely clear that not a single tree will be cut. 100% guaranteed. No new concrete structures,” he stated.
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New lake, lighting and walkways planned
According to Naqvi, the proposed improvements are intended to make F-9 Park more attractive, accessible and comfortable for families and visitors.
The plans include better lighting throughout the park, improved pedestrian walkways and the development of a lake.
Coffee shops are also among the proposed facilities, although Naqvi did not provide details about their design or locations.
The interior minister said thousands of additional trees would be planted to increase the park’s green cover.
He maintained that the planned upgrades would focus on enhancing the recreational environment without removing existing trees or introducing new concrete structures.
“Our only goal is to make F-9 Park greener, safer, more beautiful, and more enjoyable for families and visitors,” Naqvi said.
The statement did not specify a project budget, implementation schedule or completion date.
The proposed improvements would introduce additional recreational facilities while retaining the park’s existing greenery, according to the assurances given by the interior minister.