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Peshawar - In light of the prevailing security situation, CCPO Peshawar Qasim Ali Khan on Monday chaired a high-level meeting here on maintaining peace and security in the provincial capital, particularly in the crowded markets during the final days of Ramazan, and ensuring a peaceful celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr. During the meeting, discussions were held regarding the overall security and traffic management of the city, according to an official communique issued after the meeting. Strategies for prompt and effective responses to any untoward incidents were also deliberated, including mock exercises and practical measures to enhance preparedness.
The CCPO reviewed the security and traffic arrangements for busy commercial centres and markets, emphasizing the need to further strengthen these measures. He directed police officers to stay in constant contact with administrative bodies, religious leaders of various sects, and the business community to ensure collective efforts in maintaining peace. KP cabinet meets today Reaffirming the commitment of Peshawar police, Qasim Ali Khan said, “As in the past, all available resources will be utilized to maintain law and order in the city.
” The meeting was attended by senior police officials, including SSP Operations Masood Ahmed, Chief Traffic Officer Haroon Rasheed Khan, SSP Investigation Noor Jamal, SP Headquarters Hameedullah, divisional SPs, SP Security, and officers from various police units. The CCPO stressed that all efforts are being made to safeguard the lives and property of citizens. He instructed a comprehensive security audit of key public places, religious centres, and marketplaces, followed by the development of an updated security and traffic management plan.
The meeting made key decisions, including directives to strengthen snap-checking at entry and exit points with increased checkpoints across the district, ensure heightened security measures during Iftar and Sehri hours, keep a strict watch on habitual offenders, expedite legal action against illegal tenants residing within the city, and enhance nighttime security, especially in suburban areas, utilizing available resources. 70 held in crackdown against encroachment mafia The CCPO concluded by reiterating the commitment of Peshawar police to ensure a safe and peaceful environment during the holy month of Ramadan and the upcoming Eid festivities. Tags: ccpo strengthening security measures.
