Christian Worship and Prayer Services Held in Churches Across Punjab, Including Lahore, Punjab Police Remained on High Alert
On the directions of Inspector General Police Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar, Punjab Police remained on high alert during Christian worship and prayer services held in churches across the province, including Lahore. Earlier, IG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar had issued instructions to RPOs and DPOs to enhance security arrangements at churches. IG Punjab said that supervisory officers must personally inspect the security measures at churches and other important locations. Additional police personnel and snipers should be deployed at sensitive churches. Dolphin Squad, PRU, and Elite Teams must ensure effective patrolling around churches. Police officers and personnel deployed on duty should remain highly alert and keep a close watch on suspicious elements. Search and sweep operations around churches, Christian communities, and sensitive locations must be continued. Dr. Usman Anwar further said that religious scholars, the Christian community, and members of peace committees should promote interfaith harmony.
(Handout No. 484)
Syed Mubasher Hussain
Director Public Relations
Punjab Police
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