By Our Correspondent
LAHORE: Lahore Police have implemented a comprehensive security plan to maintain law and order and ensure the safety of mourners during the observance of the 9th of Muharram. More than 11,000 police officers and personnel have been deployed across the city to perform security duties.
According to a statement issued by Capital City Police Officer Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamyana, extensive security arrangements have been made for 386 majalis and 81 mourning processions. He said that strict implementation of the security Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) issued by the Punjab government, as well as Section 144 restrictions, is being ensured. A complete ban on pillion riding on motorcycles will remain in force on the 9th and 10th of Muharram.
The CCPO further stated that enforcement of the Loudspeaker Act is being strictly monitored. Shops and markets located along procession routes will remain closed, while standing on the rooftops of buildings and shops surrounding the processions will not be permitted. Organizers and participants will also be required to adhere to designated timings and approved routes for majalis and processions.
Bilal Siddique Kamyana said that mourners are being provided with a robust four-tier security cover, supported by walk-through gates, metal detectors and other modern security equipment. He added that, in coordination with procession and majalis organizers, the screening and checking process for participants has been further strengthened.
Processions and majalis are being monitored around the clock through live digital surveillance by the Punjab Safe Cities Authority and other monitoring centers. Divisional SPs have been directed to maintain close coordination with peace committee members and procession organizers, while Dolphin Squad, Police Response Unit (PRU) and Elite Force teams continue patrols around majalis and procession routes.
The CCPO also urged citizens not to pay attention to rumors or fake news and to remain vigilant against miscreants while promoting unity and harmony within the community.
