Season of Safety: ICT Police Pledge Protection During Christmas
News Desk
Islamabad: The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police has assured the Christian community of comprehensive security measures for their religious events and places of worship during the Christmas season.
An official stated on Monday that SSP (Operations) Muhammad Arsalan Shahzeb held a meeting with a delegation of the Christian community to discuss security arrangements for the upcoming Christmas celebrations.
The meeting was attended by DSP (Security) and prominent members of the Christian community, including Pastor Alliance Initiative Chairman Malik Kamran Naz, Vice Chairman Aneek Parvaiz, General Secretary Yeshua Masih, Shahid Khokhar, Advisory Board Member Bishop Farukh Javed, and Bishop Warem Masih.
SSP Shahzeb emphasized that the Islamabad Police is committed to ensuring the safety of the Christian community and their religious gatherings. He highlighted that all necessary steps have been taken to provide full security at churches.
“The purpose of this meeting is to reassure the community that the police force is always vigilant and available for their protection. Islamabad Police considers itself accountable for the security of all citizens, irrespective of their faith,” he stated.
The SSP also appreciated the Christian community’s support for various police initiatives and expressed hope for continued cooperation.
In response, the Christian delegation acknowledged the efforts of the Islamabad Police, thanking SSP Shahzeb for addressing their concerns and guaranteeing security during the festive season. They also reaffirmed their commitment to collaborating with the police to ensure law and order.
