Punjab Police has finalized the security plan of cattle markets across the province on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha.
More than 3000 officers & officials have been deployed for the security of 227 cattle markets across the province.
Under the directives of Inspector General of Punjab Police, Dr. Usman Anwar, Punjab Police have completed security arrangements for cattle markets across the province on the arrival.of Eid-ul-Adha. Over 3,000 officers and officials are performing security duties at 227 cattle markets across the province, including the provincial capital. IG Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar said that comprehensive measures have been taken to ensure the security of cattle traders and buyer citizens. No unauthorized cattle markets are permitted except at points approved by the district administration. IG Punjab instructed the officers to take legal action against illegal cattle markets and sale points. He also emphasized the need for an effective patrolling plan to curb fraudsters, pickpockets, and criminals. Dolphin Squad, Police Response Unit, and patrolling teams will patrol the vicinity of cattle markets to prevent illegal activities and take swift legal action against offenders. These instructions were given while reviewing the security arrangements for cattle markets.
Spokesman of Punjab Police said that over 500 police officers and officials have been deployed for the security of 10 cattle markets in Lahore. In Sheikhupura region, 200 officers and personnel have been deployed for security of 20 cattle markets. In Gujranwala region, 600 officers and officials have been deployed for the security of 39 cattle markets. In Rawalpindi region, over 100 officers and officials have been deployed for the security of 11 cattle markets. In Sargodha region, 200 officers & officials are deployed for the security of 26 cattle markets. In Faisalabad, 300 officers & officials are deployed for the security of 20 cattle markets. In Multan, 275 officers & officials are deployed for the security of 19 cattle markets. In Sahiwal, 150 officers and personnel are deployed for the security of 11 cattle markets. In Dera Ghazi Khan, over 200 officers and personnel are deployed for the security of 32 cattle markets. In Bahawalpur, over 300 officers and personnel are deployed for the security of 39 cattle markets, working around the clock to ensure security.
(Handout No. 561)
Syed Mubasher Hussain
Director Public Relations
Punjab Police
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