Strict security for Chehlum ordered
Regional Police Officer (RPO) Afzaal Kausar has directed the officers concerned to make foolproof security arrangements in connection with observance of Chehlum.
Chairing a video-link meeting on Sunday, he directed all four district police officers (DPOs) in the region to ensure the use of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, installation of walk-through gates, checking of participants with metal detectors, video recording and proper arrangements of light with the coordination of the district administration on the routes of processions to avoid any untoward incident.
It was discussed in the meeting that a total of 43 processions of Chehlum would be taken out, while 61 gatherings would be held in the region.
Published in The Express Tribune, October 5th, 2020.