DIG HQs for strengthening bond between police & press

By U.Zee

ISLAMABAD: Following the special instructions of IGP Islamabad, Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi, the Islamabad Police is actively taking steps to assist representatives of both public and private media organizations during the prevailing law and order situation in the federal capital.
In light of these directives, DIG Headquarters Jawad Tariq instructed Islamabad Police’s Public Relations Officer, Taqi Jawad, to ensure complete coordination with all local and international journalists.
Measures have been taken to provide journalists with full access to cover events and to implement timely security arrangements in case of any violent occurrences to ensure their safety and the protection of their equipment, he added.
Highlighting the role of journalists in society, PRO Taqi Jawad acknowledged that journalists play a vital role in every field. He emphasized that the information possessed by journalists helps the police improve their performance.
Furthermore, he stated that the partnership between journalists and police serves as a crucial link in keeping citizens informed during law and order situations and in combating crime.
He added that a positive relationship between journalists and the police is essential for maintaining peace and eradicating crime in the city.
The Islamabad Police is committed to providing journalists with the best possible facilities to ensure they can carry out their duties professionally and effectively, he added.