International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), have recommended the Islamabad Police for 'Outstanding Achievement in the Prevention of Terrorism Award 2010' for its brilliant performance in war against terrorism.
Islamabad Police led by Kaleem Imam, Inspector General of Police (IGP) came into limelight of the association in view of its outstanding contribution in war against terror as it has developed proactive strategies and programmes to counter threats of terrorism.
Due to vigilant police force, not even a single terrorist act occurred in Islamabad in 2010, whereas, last year seven major terror incidents took place in the capital, resulting in 37 casualties and more than 200 injuries, said a spokesman of Islamabad Police here Friday. He said that the Police during the year 2010 nabbed around 982 terror suspects, masterminds behinds terrorism and foiled several suicide attempts.
The IACP yearly evaluates performance of police organisations all over the world after a thorough scrutiny. Outstanding police forces are nominated for subsequent conferment. A special committee of IACP will evaluate each application and select one winner each for the domestic and international award.
This success can be attributed to a number of effective strategies adopted by Islamabad Police in last two years, the spokesman said, adding that these include proactive policing, five rings of security all around the city, strong intelligence collection system, deployment of Anti-terrorism Teams, community policing and professional investigation methodologies.
The commitment and devotion by the personnel despite several constraints made them successful against the terrorists, he said. He added that the nomination of Islamabad Police for the prestigious International Award speaks volume about their efficiency and the citizens of Islamabad want to see their heroes recognised and celebrated.