Capital IG wants bullet-proof vehicle

Feels insecure in constellation of security personnel

ISLAMABAD:

Islamabad Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr Akbar Nasir Khan has demanded a bullet-proof vehicle, citing security concerns.

According to sources, the top cop, responsible for ensuring the security of citizens in the federal capital, feels insecure himself.

They said despite being constantly surrounded by the police force, Dr Akbar Nasir had requested a bullet-proof vehicle.

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A letter from the Islamabad chief police officer's office outlined the demand for a bulletproof vehicle for the Islamabad IG, indicating a genuine security concern.

In response to this matter, the Ministry of Interior formed a committee tasked with comprehensively examining the situation. The committee has now submitted its report, affirming the perceived threat to the Islamabad IG.

Currently, the Islamabad police lack any such vehicles for the security of its top officials. In response to the security concerns, the Islamabad police have issued a threat assessment letter to the district administration. However, conflicting reports emerge, as sources from the district administration assert that there is no discernible threat to the IG.

 

Published in The Express Tribune, December 31^st, 2023