Inspector General Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar undertook a significant visit to Sargodha to assess the aftermath of a recent incident.
Accompanied by local officers, including the Regional Police Officer (RPO) and District Police Officer (DPO) of Sargodha, Dr. Usman Anwar meticulously examined the incident site and received comprehensive briefings on the situation and the measures implemented to maintain law and order.
During his visit, Dr. Usman Anwar met with the officers dedicated to security duties, commending their unwavering commitment to safeguarding citizens’ lives, even at the risk of their own. He also engaged with representatives from the District Peace Committee and the Christian community, offering them assurance of full cooperation and support from the police.
The timely response and decisive actions of the Sargodha police were lauded by the IG Punjab, as they effectively averted significant damage. He expressed pride in the valiant efforts of the young officers and underscored the resolve to bring the perpetrators of the incident to justice.
Addressing the media, IG Punjab reiterated the paramount importance of respecting Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (peace be upon him) and the sanctity of the Holy Quran, both as fundamental tenets of faith and enshrined principles of law. He emphasized that vigilantism has no place in society, affirming that legal action will be taken against anyone resorting to violence.
Assuring transparency and fairness in the investigation process, IG Punjab mentioned the availability of video evidence and pledged thorough scrutiny of testimonies and geo-fencing data. He assured that justice will prevail, with no innocent person unjustly penalized and every perpetrator held accountable, including those orchestrating the incident.
