Islamabad’s Inspector General of Police, Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, today mandated indiscriminate crackdowns against individuals involved in serious crimes, particularly robbery, theft, and drug trafficking, alongside ensuring the immediate arrest of proclaimed offenders. This directive was issued during a comprehensive meeting held at the Central Police Office.
The gathering saw the attendance of DIG Operations, DIG Headquarters, AIGs, SSPs, zonal SPs, and other senior police officers. The Inspector General conducted a thorough assessment of the overall crime situation, existing security arrangements, and the progress of ongoing investigations. Actions against proclaimed and habitual offenders were also scrutinised, as were the facilities provided to citizens.
Mr. Rizvi sought detailed progress reports on ongoing tasks, emphasising that improvements in performance, transparency, and timely response must be guaranteed without compromise. He specifically called for special teams to be formed to ensure the apprehension of proclaimed offenders under all circumstances.
Further instructions included ensuring courteous behaviour with citizens at the police station level, prompt hearing of complaints, and merit-based action. The Police Chief also directed that the patrolling system be made more effective by identifying hotspots and increasing police presence in those areas.
The full utilisation of modern technology, Safe City cameras, and digital monitoring was mandated. Surveillance of high-alert areas, important installations, and public places is to be further strengthened.
Additionally, the Inspector General reviewed ongoing development projects of the Islamabad Police. He also examined aspects of force welfare, including residential and medical facilities, and assessed citizen facilitation measures at police stations.
Officers were directed to complete development projects within stipulated timelines, ensuring no compromise on quality and maintaining transparency in resource allocation. Practical steps are also to be taken to enhance the welfare, housing, and duty hours of police personnel.
Front desk services at police stations must be made more active and aligned with modern requirements. The complaint redressal system is to be made effective and accountable, with particular improvements made to facilities for women, senior citizens, and special persons.
Later, Inspector General Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, accompanied by the AIG Logistics, visited the entry points of Police Lines Headquarters. He conducted a detailed inspection of the security and administrative arrangements there.
On the spot, Mr. Rizvi directed officers to further strengthen and improve checking mechanisms at entry and exit points, ensuring full implementation of security protocols. During this visit, the Inspector General met with members of the public, listened to their concerns, and obtained feedback.
He urged relevant officers to ensure immediate resolution of public complaints and to adopt a courteous and professional attitude towards citizens, aiming to further promote trust between the police and the community.