Lahore, August 22 (Online Int’l): The apex committee reviewed security related arrangements for Muharram-ul-Haram on Saturday.
Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar chaired the apex committee meeting at his office in Lahore.
The CM directed that implementation of corona SOPs be ensured for congregations and processions and added that foolproof security arrangements will be made for masajid, imam bargahs and worship places.
Implementation of code of conduct be ensured during Muharram-ul-Haram and observation of corona SOPs be ensured as well, he said. We will soon overcome corona but precaution is very much necessary, he continued.
The restriction of face masks during congregations be ensured as any violation could cause re-spread of the virus, he said.
Usman Buzdar directed to remove encroachments on the routes of processions along with the implementation of rule of law in the province in the month of Muharram-ul-Haram.
He said that every possible step will be taken for the promotion of religious harmony and eradication of sectarianism. He directed that action will be taken against the elements involved in spreading sectarianism through social media.
The services of Pakistan Army will also be obtained for ensuring law & order in Muharram-ul-Haram. The meeting was briefed by health, home departments and experts.
Corps Commander Lahore Lt. Gen. MajidEhsan, GOC 10 Division Maj.Gen. AniqurRahman, DG Rangers Maj. Gen. Amir Majeed and other military officials attended the meeting.
Provincial ministers Raja Basharat, Dr Yasmin Rashid, Chief Secretary, ACS (Home), IG Police, secretaries of specialized healthcare, information and higher education departments, Prof. Mian Muhammad Awais, Prof. Dr Saira Afzal and others also attended the meeting.
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