A meeting of the Peace Committee of Lahore Division was convened at Town Hall, jointly presided over by CCPO Bilal Siddique Kamyana and Commissioner Muhammad Ali Randhawa.
Representatives from the district administration, peace committee members, and license holders of majalis and processions were also present. The primary objective of the meeting was to ensure public peace and security during the holy month of Muharram.
It was unanimously agreed that continuous monitoring of sensitive areas within the capital, as well as the execution of search and sweep operations, combing activities, and intelligence-based interventions, would be maintained throughout Muharram.
Furthermore, the meeting underscored the necessity of implementing enhanced security measures at Imambargahs, including security checks, walk-through gates, metal detectors, and the installation of CCTV cameras.
The activation and involvement of peace committees were emphasised as crucial components in upholding peace and tranquility.
Attendees, including peace committee members, organizers of Muharram processions, trustees (mutawalis), and license holders, expressed their unwavering commitment to fully cooperate in preserving peace during Muharram.
CCPO Bilal Siddique Kamyana highlighted the pivotal role of procession organisers in fostering unity, peace, and brotherhood at the grassroots level.
He assured that fool proof security arrangements would be in place for processions and gatherings throughout Muharram.
Published in The Express Tribune, July 11th, 2023.
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