Army Chief commends ASP Shehrbano for heroic rescue of women

Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Lahore Syeda Shehrbano Naqvi called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir at General Headquarters (GHQ) Rawalpindi today, ISPR said in a statement.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), COAS Gen. Asim lauded ASP Shehrbano for her selfless devotion to duty and professionalism in diffusing a volatile situation.

The fearless officer extricated a woman from the difficult milieu of Ichra Bazaar in Lahore on 26 February 2024, it added.

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Army Chief acknowledged the vital role Pakistani women are playing in all walks of life. Since independence, Pakistani women have distinguished themselves at home and abroad, by their talent, tenacity, and commitment, ISPR added.

Furthermore, COAS highlighted that women are an invaluable part of Pakistan’s society and their respect is enshrined in our religion as well as our social ethos.

COAS also underscored the importance of social harmony and the need for nationwide consensus on curbing intolerance. He emphasized the rule of law and advised against taking the law into one’s hands when legal avenues are available for addressing concerns and grievances.

Noting that arbitrary actions based on heresy undermine the outlook of society, COAS underlined Islam’s eternal message of kindness and benevolence.

COAS appreciated the sacrifices rendered by the law enforcement agencies to ensure the safety and security of the citizens of Pakistan.

On Sunday, ASP Shehrbano rescued a woman from a violent mob in the Ichchra neighborhood of Lahore. Some individuals began yelling religious chants because they believed the woman’s traditional dress robe contained sacred scriptures.

“There is only one punishment for those who disrespect the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and that punishment is his/her beheading,” some of the mob’s members were heard yelling.