1,100 police personnel to guard Chehlum processions: CPO

FAISALABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 24th Jul, 2026) City Police Officer (CPO) Tanveer Hussain said that the police have finalized a comprehensive security plan for Chehlum observances by deploying more than 1,100 police officers and personnel to secure religious gatherings and mourning processions.

During a meeting, he directed police officers to ensure foolproof security for the Chehlum procession and gatherings at Imambargah Haideria, Aminpur Bazaar in addition to strict implementation of comprehensive security and administrative measures.

He said that Chehlum congregations (Majalis) would be held at Imambargah Haideria while the main procession would emerge from the Imambargah and culminate at the Central Imambargah after passing through its designated route.

Under the security plan, more than 1,100 police officers and personnel would perform security duties across the district including one SP, four DSPs, 17 Inspectors, 43 Sub Inspectors, 94 Assistant Sub Inspectors (ASIs), 73 Head Constables and 956 Constables and Lady Constables, he added.

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He said that police officers and personnel would remain deployed at Majalis venues along the procession route at Imambargahs and designated pickets while Elite Force and Dolphin Force teams would conduct continuous patrolling to maintain vigilance and ensure an immediate response to any emergency.

He said that CCTV cameras would be used for real-time monitoring while additional police personnel have been deployed at sensitive locations to further strengthen security arrangements.

He directed officers to maintain close coordination with all law enforcement agencies to ensure effective security management throughout the Chehlum observances.

All available resources are being utilized to maintain peace, protect participants and preserve law and order across the city, he added.