Day long self-defence course held

By Uzma Zafar

Islamabad: Islamabad Capital Police organized a one day self-defense course, where male and female participants impart physical training, weapon handling, swimming, live firing practice, repelling, crossing obstacles, Horse-riding and archery exercises.
Following the special directions of Islamabad Capital City Police Officer (ICCPO) Dr Akbar Nasir Khan, the Islamabad Capital Police organized a one day self defense course for capital citizens to empower and sensitize them to tackle unpleasant situations.
During the course, the participants were briefed on the framework of dealing with difficult situations and their resolution, behavioral assessment, physical and mental health, besides utilization of resources.
Earlier on, many batches of women and men have completed the training of self-defense courses as well, while during the course, separate classes have been organized for male and female participants also.
The purpose of this course is to promote community policing between Islamabad Capital Police and federal capital citizens and to empower and sensitize them to tackle unpleasant situations.