IGP chairs conference of operational commanders

By Uzma Zafar

ISLAMABAD: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi chaired a conference of operational commanders at the Safe City Islamabad, in which all DIGs, AIGs, SSPs, and SPs participated.
During the conference, IGP Islamabad stated that in the last 15 days, all units were visited, their performance was audited, and the performance of all establishments within these units was reviewed. Several weaknesses were identified in the performance of all units. Moving forward, performance indicators will be established to improve the efficiency of all units.
He further mentioned that the implementation of right-sizing of officers and the proper utilization of resources has been initiated in all units. In the future, reports will be requested from independent sources for each unit.
IGP Islamabad emphasized that, from now on, DIGs will be responsible for each division. All commanders will review the performance of their subordinates on a weekly basis. All zonal SPs are required to personally hear the complainants in serious crime cases. He reprimanded the city zone officers for poor performance and directed them to further improve their performance.
IGP Islamabad also highlighted that the quality of investigations needs significant improvement. Future postings will be based solely on departmental expertise and experience. Officials exhibiting corruption or incompetence will face departmental punishment, with no exceptions. However, officers who perform well will be recognized with appreciation certificates and prizes.
He issued instructions to the officers to improve the traffic system in the city. There will be zero tolerance for those involved in corruption, organized crime, or unethical activities. All officers are instructed to take strong action against those involved in drug trafficking and kite flying.