The security of 3,286 churches in the province is ensured by the deployment of 26,557 officials and personnel.
Following the orders of Inspector General Police Dr Usman Anwar, Punjab Police has prepared a plan for the protection of Christian worship places and sensitive installations for Christmas.
A police spokesman said that for the safety of Christian citizens, they would use 2,335 CCTV cameras, 3,427 metal detectors and hundreds of walk-through gates. He said that in the provincial capital, 3,422 officers and personnel, 271 metal detectors and 236 CCTV cameras would be employed, along with women personnel.
The spokesperson said that the police has classified 3,286 churches of the province into A, B and C categories.
IGP Dr. Usman Anwar instructed all RPOs, DPOs, district traffic officers and CCPO of Lahore to personally oversee Christmas security and traffic arrangements.
Dr Anwar said that all Christian places of worship, parks, recreational places and sensitive installations, including consulates, should receive foolproof security.
The IGP emphasised that supervisory officers should go to the field to check the security arrangements. The IGP directed the officers to keep the atmosphere of law and order throughout the province.
Crackdown: The Lahore police has stepped up its crackdown on drug dealers, with ongoing operations producing significant results this year.
CCPO Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamyana said that the authorities have confiscated more than 6,891 kg of hashish, over 162 kg of heroin, more than 60 kg of ice, 149,000 liters of alcohol, according to a handout.
CCPO Kamyana stated that a total of 10,797 cases related to drug trafficking have been filed, resulting in the arrest of 10,950 individuals involved in this illegal trade. The distribution of cases includes 2,338 in Cantt division, 1,156 in Civil Lines, 2,326 in City, 1,588 in Iqbal Town, 1,364 in Saddar, and 2,025 in Model Town divisions.
The corresponding arrests have been done as follows: 2,367 in Cantt division, 1,169 in Civil Lines, 2,351 in City, 1,604 in Iqbal Town, 1,393 in Saddar, and 2,066 in Model Town divisions.
The CCPO stressed the mobilisation of SHOs and anti-narcotics units, conducting intelligence-based operations targeting drug peddlers near educational institutions and hostels. He highlighted that bringing criminal elements to justice and protecting lives and property remains Lahore Police’s main duty.
Bilal Siddique Kamyana urged everyone to help in keeping society free of the menace of drugs, advising parents to closely monitor their children.
Reaffirming Lahore Police’s commitment to a drug-free city, the CCPO asserted that the force is steadfastly dedicated to enforcing the law.
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