Tight Security, Anti-Drone Technology Deployed for PM Shehbaz Sharif’s Peshawar Visit
PESHAWAR:Elaborate security arrangements, including anti-drone technology, have been put in place in Peshawar ahead of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to the city on Thursday.
According to Express News, police have prepared a comprehensive security plan for the prime minister’s high-profile visit, with 462 police officers and personnel set to be deployed. Two reserve platoons will also remain on standby to respond to any emergency.
The security arrangements will be carried out under the direct supervision of the Capital City Police Officer (CCPO), with the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Operations and Superintendent of Police (SP) Cantonment also overseeing the arrangements.
Personnel from the Elite Force, women police, Ababeel Squad and City Patrol will be assigned security duties.
### Enhanced Surveillance and Security Checks
Police have decided to intensify security checks at key locations and entry points across the city. Surveillance and patrolling will also be strengthened around sensitive installations and surrounding areas.
The Bomb Disposal Unit and sniffer dogs will be used to conduct security sweeps of designated locations and vehicles.
Security personnel will also deploy walk-through gates, metal detectors and signal jammers as part of the arrangements. Anti-drone technology will be used to monitor and address potential aerial security threats during the prime minister’s visit.
The police command and control system will provide continuous monitoring of security arrangements throughout the visit.
### Special Traffic Plan Introduced
Authorities have also prepared a special traffic management plan to maintain the smooth flow of traffic in Peshawar during the visit.
Rescue 1122 ambulances and medical personnel will remain available to deal with any emergency.
Peshawar Police have appealed to residents to cooperate with law enforcement personnel and follow traffic officials’ instructions to help ensure public safety and minimise disruption during the prime minister’s visit.
