IGP Punjab Dr Usman Anwar convened a video conference in a concerted effort to curb electricity theft and enhance security measures, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

The conference saw the participation of all Regional Police Officers (RPOs), City Police Officers (CPOs), and District Police Officers (DPOs) via video link.

During the session, IG Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar, issued directives to expedite crackdowns on electricity theft across the province.

Notably, over the past six months, Punjab Police has registered a staggering 83,645 cases related to electricity theft.

 Furthermore, stringent security measures were discussed in the meeting to bolster efforts in combating terrorism, smuggling, and other criminal activities that may pose threats to public safety and regional stability.

The conference also addressed various other law enforcement initiatives, including measures to combat kite flying, drug trafficking, motorcycle theft, and crimes involving women and children.

Moreover, IG Punjab emphasized the need to elevate the standard of investigation procedures and expedite actions to improve traffic flow on roads.

Additionally, directives were issued to adopt a zero-tolerance policy against aerial firing, illegal display of weapons, and vehicles with tinted windows.

Special attention was paid to ensuring adequate security arrangements in commemoration of the martyrdom anniversary of Hazrat Ali (RA).

The conference witnessed the participation of key officials including CCPO Lahore, Bilal Siddique Kamyana, DIG Operations Lahore, DIG Special Branch Faisal Ali Raja, DIG Investigation Azeem Akram, SSP Operations Lahore, AIG Operations Punjab, and AIG Operations Punjab. Their collective efforts underscore Punjab Police's commitment to maintaining law and order and ensuring public safety across the province.