PSL security measures finalised, says IG

LAHORE: Under the supervision of Punjab IG Dr Usman Anwar, police have completed all security and traffic arrangements for matches of Pakistan Super League 2024 Season 09.

IGP said better strategy has been adopted to ensure the conduct of PSL matches in a peaceful and safe environment and police teams are determined to provide full security to local and foreign players, officials, cricket fans in Lahore, Rawalpindi and Multan.

Dr Usman said that coordination with all institutions including Pakistan Cricket Board, district administrations and security agencies is complete, more than 20,000 officers and officials will perform security duties on matches in Punjab.

The IG while giving instructions to the officers said that foolproof security and traffic measures should be ensured during the matches, Search, sweep, combing and intelligence-based operations should be continued around players' residences, routes and stadiums.

The IG said with the help of cameras of Safe Cities Authority, close monitoring of stadiums, hotels and the route of teams should be ensured, while lady police officers should be deployed for security and checking of women cricket fans.