Commissioner Karachi Shoaib Ahmed Siddiqui has said that the security plan and code of conduct of Ashura should be strictly implemented. He said no entry other than notified entry points should be allowed to the main Ashura procession. He said this while visiting different areas along with AdditionalIG Karachi Range Shahid Hayat here, said a statement on Thursday.
The Commissioner reviewed security arrangements at Imambargahs and venues of Majalis. He said strict security arrangements be ensured to protect ulema and participants of mourning processions and Majalis of Muharram and no negligence will be tolerated in this regard. He directed the officials concerned to prepare security plan with the consultation of Ulema and organisers of the Majalis and mourning processions. He directed the administrative officials to remain in contact with the organisers of processions and Majalis. He also directed to ensure availability of fire tenders at those points which have been specified by the Police department.