Foolproof security arrangements be made during Muharram: CCPO Lahore

Lahore: CCPO Lahore Capt. Muhammad Amin has directed that foolproof security arrangements be made in the metropolis for Muharram ul Haram and, in view of the existing situation, all necessary measures be taken for the protection of life and property of the citizens. He said that security plan evolved for this purpose should be strictly implemented.

He was presiding over a meeting to review overall law and order situation in the city and security arrangements for Muharram ul Haram, here today. DIG Operations Dr Haider Ashraf and other senior officers were present on the occasion.

CCPO Lahore said that that improvement of law and order in the city was the top priority of the government and all out resources are being utilized for this purpose. He directed that a watchful eye be kept on miscreants and suspects. He said that security equipment should be fully functional while special attention should be paid to the security of sensitive places.

Capt.Ameen said that the law against provocative speeches and literature be strictly implemented while stern action be taken without any discrimination against the elements involved in misuse of loudspeakers and violation of the ban on wall-chalking. He also directed concerned departments and agencies to perform their duties with best coordination. He stressed that an effective communication system be evolved for immediate contact between the concerned institutions.