Mohsin Naqvi, SL envoy discuss Lankan cricket team’s security

Sri Lankan High Commissioner Rear Admiral (r) Fred Srivirathne met with Interior Minister and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday and discussed the security of the visiting Lankan cricket team following a bomb blast in Islamabad, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

Managers of Sri Lanka and Pakistan cricket teams, COO PCB Sameer Ahmed, Chief Commissioner Islamabad and IG Islamabad Police were also present on the occasion.

In the meeting, a detailed briefing was given by the Chief Commissioner Islamabad and IG Islamabad Police on the security provided to the Sri Lankan team. 

Sri Lankan High Commissioner expressed deep sorrow over the loss of precious lives in the terrorist attack in Islamabad.

Mohsin Naqvi said the Sri Lankan cricket team members are state guests and that providing them with a secure environment is the government’s top priority. He assured that foolproof security arrangements have been ensured for the visiting team.

The Sri Lankan High Commissioner expressed satisfaction with the security arrangements made for the Sri Lankan team.

Reporter: Awais Kiyani