Ashra Muharram ul Haram: Punjab Police ensuring strict security measures across the Province.
On 04th Muharram more than 32,000 Officers and Personnel Deployed for Security of Processions and Majalis. Punjab Police Spokesperson
Under the directive of Inspector General of Police Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar, stringent security arrangements were ensured across the province, including Lahore, on the fourth day of Ashura in Muharram. Punjab Police spokesperson said that on 4th Muharram, more than 32,000 officers and personnel were deployed to provide security for processions and majalis throughout the province. In the provincial capital alone, over 2,800 police officers and personnel were assigned security duties on this day. Across the province, 262 mourning processions and 3,724 majalis were held. In Lahore, 17 mourning processions were taken out and 400 majalis were organized on 4th Muharram. Over 17,000 community volunteers assisted in the security arrangements for processions and majalis throughout the province.
IG Punjab said that security would remain on high alert across the province during the first ten days of Muharram. The government of Punjab’s imposed Section 144 is being strictly enforced. IG emphasized that aerial firing, display of weapons, promotion of hate material, and incitement are strictly prohibited. No processions or majalis are permitted outside of the designated routes and venues. All activities are being closely monitored through cameras operated by the Safe Cities Authority and district administrations. The CTD, Special Branch, Traffic Police, Dolphin Squad, PEO, and other field formations are deployed for Muharram security. Dr. Usman Anwar instructed officers to strictly enforce compliance with the Loudspeaker Act and to take firm action against those spreading hate material on social media. IG Punjab further said that control rooms established in all districts remain connected and in constant communication with the Central Police Office’s main control room.
(Handout No. 688)
Syed Mubasher Hussain
Director Public Relations
Punjab Police
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