Lahore Police has formulated a comprehensive security plan during the Muharram-ul-Haram to ensure the peace and safety of the citizens. A total of 38 Category A, 161 Category B, and 28 Category C gatherings will be held in the provincial capital.
The Lahore CCPO Bilal Siddique Kamyana stated that the security of processions and gatherings will be ensured, and the policemen will be vigilant to ensure the safety and security of the people.
In a statement issued today, CCPO Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamyana said that detailed assessments of mourning processions and gatherings are conducted. He directed that supervisory officers for category A processions and gatherings should remain present in the field for security checking. 24-hour surveillance through security cameras will be established along the routes of Muharram processions. For this purpose, a central control room has been set up. Similarly, proper arrangements for lighting will be made at the locations of Muharram processions and gatherings, he added.
Bilal Siddique Kamyana also emphasized that the implementation of special SOPs for mourning processions will ensure the security of mourning processions. He added that in anticipation of rain, measures are being taken, including coordination with district administrations and other departments to remove obstacles and hanging electrical wires along the procession routes. Female police officers will be deputed to ensure the security and checking of women mourners. Similarly, advanced technology, including walk-through gates and metal detectors, will be used for the security of sensitive processions and gatherings, he said.
CCPO directed that search and sweep operations and flag marches should be continued. Police officers should maintain regular contact with religious scholars, organizers, and holders of the processions and gathering licensees. Efforts will be made to maintain peace and smooth traffic flow during the Muharram processions and gatherings, he concluded.