Authorities in the federal capital today initiated a comprehensive security, surveillance, and rapid response plan to counter potential threats during the holy month of Ramadan, with special directives issued for continuous monitoring of high-risk locations including places of worship and commercial hubs.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad, Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, presided over a high-level meeting at the Safe City facility to review the extensive security strategy. The session was attended by senior police officials, including DIG Security Muhammad Atique Tahir.
The discussion centred on the tactical deployment of Safe City’s surveillance cameras for real-time observation from the control room. Key agenda items included heightened vigilance over vulnerable areas and ensuring an immediate response capability for any emergency situation.
The IGP issued specific instructions to all officers, mandating uninterrupted surveillance of masjids, imambargahs, commercial centres, and marketplaces. He ordered that swift action be taken against any suspicious individuals or activities.
He underscored that the modern technological infrastructure of Safe City would be instrumental in upholding security throughout Ramadan. Officers were directed to execute their duties with professionalism and enhanced coordination to facilitate a peaceful environment for citizens to observe their religious obligations.
Following the meeting, the IGP conducted a visit to the Ramazan Sasta Bazaar in the G-11 sector to personally inspect the security and traffic management plans in place.
During the inspection, he instructed the deployed officers to reinforce the monitoring of all entry and exit points, maintain a conspicuous police presence, and ensure that public convenience remains a top priority.
The police chief reiterated the commitment of the Islamabad Police, stating that all available resources would be utilised to maintain law and order. He affirmed that the protection of citizens” lives and property is the force”s principal objective.