93% ICT Police force deployed for SCO Summit 2024

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police, under the supervision of Inspector General (IG) Police Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, is gearing up for the upcoming SCO Summit 2024, with a comprehensive security plan now in place.

Inspector General (IG) Police Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi said on Sunday that the ICT Police has developed an integrated security strategy to ensure safety during the event.

IG Rizvi said that security duties have been finalized at various locations, airports, routes, funnel areas, hotels and residences of delegations, including Noor Khan Air Base.

IG Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi said that the Islamabad Police has prepared a coordinated traffic plan to reduce the inconvenience to the citizens during the event.

“Search and information-based operations are underway to ensure complete safety of all foreign heads of state, delegations and guests,” Rizvi said.

IG Rizvi said that the security efforts involved the cooperation of various agencies including the Ministry of External Affairs, District Administration, Pakistan Army, Rangers, Frontier Corps, other provincial police, intelligence agencies, traffic police, and special branch.

“The Islamabad Police has deployed 93 percent of its force for security, which is over 9,500 officers and personnel,” the IG added.

“The purpose of the presence of these security forces is to convey to our visitors that Islamabad is a safe and secure city,” added IG Rizvi.

Ali Nasir Rizvi called for public cooperation to ensure the success of the summit, saying it represents respect for Pakistan and its capital.

“We are working diligently to deliver a successful summit, and with the help of all stakeholders, we will achieve this,” Rizvi vowed.