Prayer Services Held in Churches Across Lahore and the Province; Punjab Police Remained on High Alert
On the instructions of Inspector General of Police Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar, Punjab Police remained on high alert and performed their duties diligently during Christian prayer services held in churches across Lahore and throughout the province. Earlier, IG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar had directed RPOs and DPOs to enhance security arrangements at churches. He emphasized that supervisory officers must personally inspect the security measures in place at churches and other important locations. Additional police personnel and snipers were deployed at sensitive churches to strengthen security. Dolphin Squad, PRU, and Elite Force teams ensured effective patrolling around churches. Police officers and personnel on duty were instructed to remain highly vigilant and maintain strict surveillance on suspicious elements. Search and sweep operations were also carried out around churches, Christian communities, and other sensitive areas. IG Punjab further emphasized that religious scholars, members of the Christian community, and peace committees should actively promote interfaith harmony.
(Handout No. 739)
Syed Mubasher Hussain
Director Public Relations
Punjab Police
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