The Punjab Provincial Apex Committee took a holistic view of the security situation and measures being taken to ensure public safety and national security in line with the Revised National Action Plan in a meeting presided over by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif.
It reviewed arrangements for the security of foreign nationals, including the Chinese citizens employed in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and other projects in the province.
The participants were also briefed on a security plan aimed at ensuring peace and harmony during the month of Muharram.
Effective monitoring of the processions using high-tech gadgetry and tiered employment of various security forces will be done.
The committee also held extensive discussion on monitoring mechanisms of floods during monsoon and short-term and long-term measures for the protection of the populace and livestock, including rescue and relief plans in various contingencies.
According to a statement, the forum resolved to continue unified efforts for ensuring public safety and well-being in the province.
The meeting was attended by the commander of Lahore Corps, the Punjab chief secretary and inspector general of police, and other senior government, intelligence and military officials.
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