Application will provide live location, image-sharing feature to help authorities respond quickly to security concerns
In a first for the federal capital, authorities have developed a special digital application, “Mehfooz Muharram” (Safe Muharram), as part of extensive security arrangements for Muharram-ul-Haram, with complete geo-tagging of all imambargahs, religious gatherings. procession routes, along with drone-based digital surveillance.
The measures were reviewed during a high-level meeting chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who assessed security. administrative preparations for Muharram observances on Thursday.
Officials informed the meeting that the newly launched “Mehfooz Muharram” app would enable citizens to report suspicious individuals. suspicious activities or inadequate security arrangements.
The application would also provide live location sharing. image-sharing features to assist authorities in responding swiftly to potential security concerns.
A central control room has been established at Safe City Islamabad to monitor security operations. coordinate responses during the holy month.
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The minister directed authorities to implement a comprehensive traffic management plan. ensure a four-tier security cordon around all religious gatherings and processions. He also ordered strict checking procedures at all entry and exit points of procession routes and venues hosting majalis.
Emphasising the importance of on-ground supervision, Naqvi instructed all relevant officers to remain present in the field throughout Muharram. He further directed officials to ensure timely and adequate food and refreshment arrangements for security personnel deployed on duty.
The interior minister stressed the need for close coordination with religious scholars to maintain peace and public order. He also called for strict adherence to the code of conduct. directed authorities to adopt a zero-tolerance policy against provocative or inflammatory material.
During the briefing, Islamabad’s Chief Commissioner and Inspector General of Police presented a detailed overview of security preparations. Officials informed the meeting that security audits of all majalis. processions had been completed, while Peace and Nigehban Committees had been activated to support law enforcement efforts.
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The meeting was also informed that the Islamabad administration would remain in continuous contact with religious scholars, organisers of majalis,. procession committees to ensure smooth and peaceful observances throughout Muharram.
The review meeting was attended by senior police. administrative officials, including deputy inspectors general, senior superintendents of police, the deputy commissioner and all assistant commissioners. Authorities expressed confidence that the coordinated security framework. enhanced technological monitoring would help ensure a safe and peaceful Muharram in the capital.
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