Islamabad: The National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA) in Islamabad hosted the graduation ceremony for the 40th Senior Management Course, attended by 46 senior civil servants. Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, addressed the graduates, emphasizing the importance of adapting public service delivery to meet the demands of a changing era.

According to Press Information Department, the ceremony commenced with the recitation of the Holy Quran and the national anthem. Chief Instructor Ms. Rukhsana Rafique presented a report on the course, which spanned 16 weeks and covered various subjects aimed at enhancing the skills of the civil servants.

In his address, Minister Iqbal underscored the necessity for policy consistency to ensure national progress and encouraged the graduates to apply their training to serve the nation effectively. He highlighted the need for transformative policies in response to the digital age and evolving public expectations. The Minister also mentioned the 5-Es of the URAAN Pakistan initiative, focusing on the economic and social growth of the country.

Director General NIPA, Mr. Asim Iqbal, thanked the Minister and congratulated the graduates for completing the demanding training course. The event concluded with the awarding of certificates to the graduates by Minister Iqbal. The course, which began on July 20, 2026, brought together officers from various federal ministries, autonomous bodies, and departments.