Pakistan, June 18 -- The federal government is working on a new governance model for Islamabad, inspired by Delhi's system in India. The proposal includes forming an elected assembly, creating a council, and merging several departments like health and education to ensure better coordination. A high-level committee, led by Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, recently held a meeting to review two proposed models.

According to officials, one of the key features being considered is giving the Islamabad Chief Commissioner the status of a Chief Secretary, similar to what exists in provinces. The model also includes plans to create a new elected council that will include both elected members and federal government representatives. Moreover, most pow...