Punjab Seeks Army, Rangers Deployment for Muharram Security
The request follows a police recommendation and covers 39 districts, with deployments varying by local security needs during the religious month.
- On Sunday, the Punjab Home Department requested the deployment of 137 Pakistan Army and Pakistan Rangers companies across 39 districts to ensure security during Muharram.
- The request follows a recommendation from the Provincial Police Officer and Inspector General of Punjab Police, citing the need for a "deliberate and foolproof security mechanism" against potential threats.
- Officials proposed deploying 61 companies of the Army and 76 companies of the Rangers for varying periods from Muharram 1st to the 12th, depending on local security requirements.
- Punjab authorities forwarded the requisition to the Interior Ministry, aiming to bolster law enforcement efforts during processions and gatherings as the province prepares for the religious month.
- The security plan covers 39 districts, with major deployments planned for Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Faisalabad to ensure peaceful observance of religious processions during the sensitive period.
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Punjab seeks deployment of army, Rangers for Muharram security
Army to provide 61 companies.Rangers asked to deploy 76.Security plan covers 39 districts.LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has written to the Ministry of Interior seeking the deployment of Pakistan Army and Pakistan Rangers personnel across...
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Punjab seeks army and Rangers deployment for Muharram security arrangements
LAHORE: The Punjab government has requested the deployment of Pakistan Army and Rangers to ensure foolproof security arrangements during the upcoming month of Muharram, officials said. According to details, the provincial government has written to the federal Ministry of Interior seeking assistance from security forces to maintain peace and order across the province. Officials said the request was made on the recommendation of the Punjab Police,…
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