The capital police have reviewed security arrangements in the city for Muharram and the force has decided to arrange a foolproof security for the processions and majalis. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Muhammad Yousuf Malik said on Monday during a meeting that the police officers should maintain close liaison with peace committees and organisers of majalis and processions to avert any mishap. The meeting also decided that Rangers and FC would also assist the police force to ensure elaborate security arrangements. Malik said that it should be ensured that processions would pass through their fixed routes and timings of processions must be observed strictly. The SSP also directed for effective patrolling and use commando vehicles.
He also directed to set up a control room at SSP Office, headed by SP (Legal) Javed Iqbal Khattak. He said walkthrough gates must be installed at all entry and exit points of majalis and processions Those who attended the meeting included Superintendent of Police (SP) (Saddar) Sajid Kiani, SP (City) Muhammad Ilyas, SP (Rural) Fasial Bashir Memon, SP (Investigation) Ch Liaqat Ali, SP (Legal) Javed Iqbal Khattak and other senior police officials, said a press statement here on Monday. The abovementioned arrangements are important given the fact that law and order situation country is worsening with each passing day. The militant outfits have penetrated in the cities and enjoy a considerable following. The recent killing of four personnel of intelligence agencies in Pir Chamble area of Chakwal is a glaring example, as it is feared that extremists wanted to attempt terror activity in the region during Muharram.
