Punjab authorities activate an extensive province-wide security framework involving over 124,000 personnel to ensure safe Muharram observances across major cities including Lahore.
Punjab Police have rolled out a comprehensive security plan for Muharram-ul-Haram, aiming to maintain law and order during religious gatherings and processions across the province. Officials confirmed that tens of thousands of events will be protected under enhanced security measures.
According to the Inspector General of Punjab Police, strict arrangements will be enforced throughout the first ten days of Muharram, with full protection provided to religious gatherings and processions. A total of 37,868 religious gatherings and 9,412 processions are expected across Punjab.
More than 124,000 police officers and personnel have been deployed for duty. Of these, 41,200 will secure religious gatherings while over 73,400 will be assigned to procession routes. Additionally, more than 9,500 officers will carry out patrolling duties around routes, venues, and sensitive locations.
The IG Punjab stated that all major field formations, including Counter Terrorism Department, Special Branch, Traffic Police, Dolphin Force, and other units, will remain actively involved. Surveillance will be reinforced through Safe Cities Authority cameras to ensure real-time monitoring.
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