6,700 cops detailed for HBL PSL security

To ensure security, expert marksmen have been deployed at sensitive locations


Our Correspondent April 12, 2025

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KARACHI:

A comprehensive security plan has been devised for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 matches. A to A comprehensive and foolproof security plan has been prepared for the matches to be held at the National Bank Cricket Stadium Karachi for the PSL Season 10, which started yesterday.

During PSL matches, 6,700 police personnel will provide security duties at various locations. As per the plan, 1,666 personnel of the Security Division including 950 SSU commandos and policewomen commandos, 1,390 of the Traffic Police, 328 of the Special Branch and District Police personnel along with other law enforcement agencies will perform security duties at Karachi Airport, routes, hotels and other important locations.

To ensure security, expert marksmen have been deployed at sensitive locations. In addition, a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team will be on high alert at the SSU headquarters. This team will also be on patrol around the stadium to deal with any emergency. A special SSU command and control bus will also be deployed to monitor law and order around the stadium.

There will be a strict ban on the use of CNG cylinders and drones inside the stadium premises. The authorities are committed to ensuring that a safe and peaceful environment is provided for players, officials, and spectators during the PSL 10 matches in Karachi. Spectators are requested to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and follow security protocols so that this event can be held successfully and peacefully.

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