An important meeting convened at Police Lines Qilla Gujjar Singh and chaired by Lahore Capital City Police Officer Bilal Siddique Kamyana finalised planning for the peaceful conduct of the upcoming general elections, APP reports.

A comprehensive review of security measures was undertaken. DIG (Operations) Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi presented a detailed briefing on the election process and security protocols for polling day.

CCPO Kamyana affirmed Lahore Police’s full preparedness for the orderly conduct of the elections as far as security was concerned. Emphasising a zero-tolerance approach, he declared that stringent action would be taken against jubilant firing and display of weapons during the election campaign and polling day.

The meeting mandated the acquisition of surety bonds from individuals with a history of longstanding enmity. The CCPO underscored that law-breaking elements would face firm measures during the election campaign.

He also directed supervisory officers to maintain constant communication with district returning officers, presiding officers, district administration, and all stakeholders.

Further, he stressed the importance of regular visits to polling stations, camp offices, and duty points to assess and ensure the adequacy of arrangements.

The CCPO instructed police officers and officials to remain vigilant until the completion of vote counting, ensuring the secure transfer of relevant polling materials. Any negligence related to duty would be met with departmental action, he warned.

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