Security tightened in Karachi after tension on Pak-Afghan border

Security arrangements have been tightened in Shahr-e-Quaid Karachi after tension on Pak-Afghan border, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Friday.

Security personnel have been deployed at important places in Karachi. 

DIG Traffic has also directed all traffic police personnel to remain on high alert. 

According to directions, all officers and personnel will be required to wear bulletproof jackets while on duty. 

According to DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah, given the current situation, we are always ready to deal with any internal chaos. 

High alert has been put in place to secure the traffic system and effectively deal with any possible emergency.

All officers and personnel will be required to wear bulletproof jackets while on duty.

Every police constable will have a 9mm pistol with full ammunition.

At least one submachine gun will be available with each duty point or group of officers deployed in a mobile squad.

No officer will be given duty in a lonely, unsafe or dark place.

All officers will ensure effective communication and wireless communication is active and the control room has been kept active and alert.

All zonal DSPs, section officers and duty supervisory officers will ensure the presence of personnel in the field and availability of weapons. 

Protection of life and property of citizens and uninterrupted flow of traffic system is the top priority.

People should remain peaceful as protection of the homeland is the top priority.

Reporter: Usama Malik