The federal government has decided to deploy civil armed forces in all the provinces including Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan to ensure law and order during Muharram. Other important decisions were also taken related to ensuring peace and tranquillity during Muharram and the security of congregations and processions routes. The meeting was apprised that a control room would be set up to monitor the security situation during Muharram. Interior Secretary Yousuf Naseem Khokhar, Special Interior Secretary, Chief Secretary Punjab, Commandant FC, Chief Commissioner Islamabad, DIG Operations Islamabad Police, and representatives of other law enforcement agencies also attended the meeting. Speaking on the occasion, Interior Minister said peace and order would be ensured at all costs during the Muharram.

Source: The Nation July 30, 2022 03:21 UTC