The Inspector General of Police, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (IGP) Salahuddin Khan Mehsood has thanked every segment of the society for their help and coordination which led to peaceful observance of Muharram in the province. In a statement issued from the CPO here Monday, the Provincial Police Officer highly commended round the clock support and services of all concerned departments, Amn Committees and print and electronic media who all worked in complete coordination and harmony due to which Ashura Muharram was observed peacefully.
The police chief particularly lauded the police force duly supported by armed forces, intelligence agencies and civil armed forces. The IGP recalled in the message that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police has always proved its worth by displaying valuor and courage in a professional manner and particularly it was practically demonstrated during Muharram across the province. The IGP has also acknowledged the role of Ulema of both sects who maintained sanctity of Muharram and feelings of Muslim brotherhood by preaching unity, mutual tolerance and coherence and their practical help and cooperation extended to the police force and local administration.