LANDIKOTAL
\nThe Khyber district police have appointed Mahak Parvez Masih as the Additional Station House Officer (SHO) of Landikotal police station, marking the first time a woman has held the key position in the district police.
\nThe initiative, spearheaded by District Police Officer (DPO) Saleem Abbas Kulachi, represents a significant step towards gender equality and women\u2019s empowerment in the region.
\nMehak Pervez Masih termed her appointment as good omen in the tribal culture. She said they would work for the betterment of women and help those women who need moral, social and legal assistance.
\n\u201cI would use my legal powers as police officer to protect women and ensure their constitutional and basic rights given them by religion\u201d , Mehak told Daily Lead Pakistan.
\nMehak Pervez Masih, assistant subinspector, is the first female police officer in the history of the district that a woman has been assigned to such a position, setting a new precedent for female representation in law enforcement within the tribal areas.
\nShe said the prime objective of her appointment as additional station house officer was to empower women and provide them a friendly environment at police station where they could address their problems.
\nShe said the initiative aims to break down traditional barriers and challenge societal norms that have historically limited women\u2019s roles in these areas.
\nThe appointment, directed by District Police Officer (DPO) Saleem Abbas Kulachi, is part of a broader initiative to empower women and ensure their active participation in various sectors of society, including law enforcement.
\nDPO Kulachi emphasized that the aim was to provide women with equal opportunities and to create an environment where they can perform their duties without fear or hesitation.
\nDPO said Mahak Parvez Masih\u2019s appointment was seen as a significant step towards encouraging and supporting women in the tribal areas. He added that by holding a key position in the police force, Mehak would serve as a role model and inspire countless other women to pursue careers in law enforcement and other fields.
\nSalim Abbas Kulachi said the primary objective of appointing a female additional SHO was to ensure better access to justice for women in the district. He said women in tribal areas often face unique challenges and may feel more comfortable discussing their issues with a female officer.
\nMahak Parvez Masih, being a local herself from christian community, is expected to understand and empathize with the concerns of the community\u2019s women, ensuring their problems are addressed more effectively.
\nOver the past year, the establishment of a women\u2019s desk at the Bara police station has successfully resolved numerous issues faced by tribal women.
\nThe appointment of Mahak Parvez Masih on the key police force postion was a continuation of these efforts, providing a dedicated resource for women to seek help and justice.
\nDPO Kulachi said that the initiative was not just about appointing a woman to a key position but also about creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all women in the police force. He said the move was expected to pave the way for more women to join the police force and contribute to maintaining law and order in the region.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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