securing eid gatherings
LAHORE: The Punjab police have finalised the security arrangements for Eidul Azha. More than 36,258 officials will perform duties for the security of 27,355 mosques and Imam Bargahs and 775 open places for Eid prayer gatherings across the province. In Lahore, more than 8000 officials will perform security duties for 5,000 Eid prayer gatherings. According to IG Punjab Dr Usman Anwar, 2973 police national volunteers, 1468 special police, 268 QRF teams will also be deployed for security. As many as 11967 metal detectors, 263 walk-through gates and 4921 CCTV cameras will also provide security for Eid prayers. IG Punjab said that a comprehensive strategy has been formulated for the protection of mosques, Imam Bargahs, Eid gatherings and citizens across the province. He added that additional personnel would also be deployed for the security of parks and recreational places during Eid holidays. Strict action will be taken against the violators of one-wheeling, aerial firing and kite flying. The commander of Punjab Police said that complete checking and clearance of all mosques and Imam Bargahs will be ensured before Eid prayer. DNA
