Christmas events to be provided full security: IG

LAHORE:Inspector General of Police Punjab Dr Usman Anwar said that in anticipation of Christmas, Punjab Police is ensuring foolproof security arrangements for churches across the province. He assured that all religious events during Christmas will be provided full security.

IG Punjab expressed these views during a meeting with a delegation of Christian leaders, led by Bishop of Lahore Dr Joel Rehmat at the Central Police Office on Friday. IG Punjab further said that Christian staff assigned to the Meesaq Centres across the province are prioritising the resolution of issues concerning minorities. He emphasised that Christian officers and personnel are valuable assets of the police department, performing exemplary services in various positions throughout the province, including Lahore. The department highly values their contributions.

The Christian delegation included In-charge of Mesaaq Centre Rashid Bhatti, Pastor Shaukat Asif, and other Christian leaders. The delegation praised Punjab Police's services for protecting the rights of all minorities and ensuring excellent security measures.

Bishop of Lahore Dr Joel Rehmat handed over a letter of appreciation from American Mayor Kevin Brook to IG Punjab in recognition of the services provided by Punjab Police for minorities. He expressed gratitude for the steps taken by Punjab Police for security of the Christian community. DIG Establishment-I Dr Suleman Sultan Rana, Principal Police Training School Farooqabad Tanveer Tahir, and other officers were also present at the occasion.