Security tightened for PSL fixtures
Punjab Inspector General Police (IGP) Usman Anwar has said that during the PSL matches in Lahore, fool-proof security arrangements should be ensured by utilising all resources.
The IGP directed that full-fledged measures should be taken for the safety and convenience of all teams, including foreign players, match officials and fans.
Anwar said safe city cameras should be fully utilized during security arrangements and no road should be closed unnecessarily. He said the senior officers themselves should be present in the field and spare no efforts to organise the matches in a peaceful environment.
The IGP also lauded the Multan police for the peaceful conduct of the PSL matches and the security of the guests.
He, while appreciating the performance of police officers, said the spirit with which Multan police ensured security arrangements during PSL was emulating for the rest of police force.
He said the police took great care to maintain peace and order in Multan as well as the security and comfort of cricket fans.
Published in The Express Tribune, February 25th, 2023.