Historic handover in ICT as Kainat Azhar takes charge as CTO
News Desk
Islamabad: In a notable display of professionalism and institutional continuity, former Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Islamabad Muhammad Sarfraz Virk formally handed over command of the Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) to newly appointed CTO Kainat Azhar Khan during a graceful ceremony on Saturday.
According to an ITP official, Virk personally pinned the rank on Kainat Azhar Khan and officially transferred command of the department, marking a smooth and dignified transition of leadership.
He extended his best wishes to the new CTO and expressed confidence that she would further strengthen the traditions of the Islamabad Traffic Police through her professional competence, leadership, and commitment to public service.
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The ceremony was widely seen as a reflection of professionalism, mutual respect, and institutional harmony within the force. Officials noted that such a formal and cordial handover is rare in the department’s history, particularly at the level of Chief Traffic Officer.
The appointment of Kainat Azhar Khan also carries symbolic significance in a traditionally male-dominated law enforcement environment, highlighting the growing representation of women in senior policing roles.
Officials and observers described her elevation as a positive step toward greater gender inclusion in Pakistan’s policing institutions, especially in leadership positions where women have historically been underrepresented.
The event concluded with hopes that the new CTO would continue efforts to improve traffic management, discipline, and public facilitation in the federal capital while setting new benchmarks of leadership within the force.
