Police Martyrs’ Day: City Traffic Police Holds Candlelight Vigil in Memory of Police Martyrs at Liberty Chowk
On the occasion of Police Martyrs’ Day, a candlelight vigil was organized by the City Traffic Police at Liberty Chowk to honor the memory of martyred police heroes. Inspector General of Police Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar, attended the event as chief guest. CTO Lahore Dr. Athar Waheed and DIG Operations Muhammad Faisal Kamran were also present at the ceremony along with SSP Traffic City and Saddar Zone, SP Headquarters Traffic, traffic wardens, and members of civil society. IG Punjab said that Police Martyrs’ Day is a moment to renew our pledge to the brave officers who laid down their lives for the country. From Sindh to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan to the seas and skies, the Pakistani flag flies the same on every uniform. This uniform has made countless sacrifices for the nation’s economic, commercial, and social progress. Punjab Police is a force that holds the legacy of over 1,700 martyrs and more than 2,000 wounded heroes.
He added that the brave officers of Punjab Police are fearlessly engaged against extremists and the supporters of Hindutva at border posts. In light of these sacrifices, the public should extend the same love and respect to the police that the police have always shown them. Under the vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, we will stand united like an unbreakable wall against terrorists, miscreants, robbers, and criminals. Punjab Police remains in close contact with the families of its martyrs, ensuring their welfare and support. “I am proud to lead a force that has sacrificed for the dignity of this nation,” IG said. CTO Lahore Dr. Athar Waheed remarked that the sacrifices of the martyrs continue to uplift the spirit of the entire force. The police will never hesitate to lay down their lives for the country. Police martyrs are shining examples of dedication to the safety and security of the nation. Officers and personnel of Lahore Police remain ever-ready to protect the lives and property of citizens.
(Handout No. 815)
Syed Mubasher Hussain
Director Public Relations
Punjab Police
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