At least 1,430 policemen to guard 469 Eidgahs in Vehari: DPO

VEHARI - Vehari District Police Officer (DPO) Mansoor Aman on Satur­day said that foolproof security measures are put in place for Eid-ul-Fitr across Vehari district. A total of 1,430 police officers and volunteers will be deployed across 469 Eid prayer gather­ings. Special teams have also been formed to pre­vent criminal activities, hooliganism, one-wheeling, and aerial firing.

According to the security plan, one SP, three DSPs, 14 Inspectors, 44 Sub-Inspectors, 88 ASIs, 761 Constables and Head Constables, 74 Lady Police officers, and 450 volunteers would perform security duties. The police officials will be equipped with weapons and metal detectors. Walk-through gates will be installed at major gath­erings, and a control room in Police Lines Vehari will monitor security 24/7.



Additionally, surveillance vans, vigilance teams, and security checkpoints at five entry and exit points have been established. To manage crowds on Chand Raat, traffic control measures and checkpoints have been set up at key locations. DPO Mansoor Aman directed officers to ensure public safety and law enforcement, includ­ing monitoring wanted criminals, preventing illegal weapon displays, and controlling loudspeaker mis­use.

Security personnel will remain on duty until the last worshipper leaves and extra security will be provided at markets, plazas, parks, and cemeteries. World Bank Group BoD okays $300m IDA loan for Punjab Clean Air Programme Tags: at policemen guard.