KP IGP Zulfiqar Hameed visits injured policemen at Hayatabad Medical Complex, hails them as national heroes

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Zulfiqar Hameed visited Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC) in Peshawar to meet police

PESHAWAR:  Inspector General of Police (IGP) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Zulfiqar Hameed visited Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC) in Peshawar to meet police personnel injured during an encounter with terrorists and criminals in Kohat, expressing solidarity with the wounded officers and praising their courage and dedication.

Chief Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Peshawar Dr. Mian Saeed accompanied the provincial police chief during his visit to the hospital, where several injured personnel are receiving medical treatment following the incident.

During the visit, IGP Zulfiqar Hameed personally approached the beds of the injured policemen and asked about their health and recovery. He also spoke to them about the circumstances surrounding the encounter that took place a day earlier, listening to their accounts and appreciating their determination in confronting dangerous elements.

The police chief prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured personnel and commended their high morale despite the injuries they sustained while performing their official duties. He said their commitment to protecting citizens and maintaining law and order reflected the dedication of the entire Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police force.

The IGP also held discussions with the doctors and medical staff treating the injured officers. He sought details about the nature and severity of their injuries, the medical procedures being followed and the treatment provided so far.

Directing the hospital administration and medical teams to ensure the best possible healthcare, Zulfiqar Hameed stressed that every necessary medical facility should be made available to the wounded personnel without delay. He instructed the doctors to pay special attention to their treatment and ensure that no shortcomings affected their recovery.

He observed that the injured policemen had demonstrated exceptional bravery by putting their lives at risk while confronting terrorists and criminal elements. Their sacrifices, he said, had brought honour to the police department and made the entire province proud.

During the hospital visit, the IGP also met the families of the injured officers and personnel currently undergoing treatment. He listened to their concerns and assured them that the police department would extend every possible assistance and cooperation throughout the recovery process.

Addressing the wounded policemen, Zulfiqar Hameed described them as national heroes, saying their courage and determination deserved recognition from the entire nation.

“You are our national heroes. The courage and bravery you have shown is a matter of pride not only for the police but for the entire province. Your courage and determination is exemplary for the entire force,” the IGP told the injured personnel.

He further acknowledged that police officers frequently face serious threats while carrying out responsibilities related to public safety, counterterrorism and the protection of citizens. He said the sacrifices made by law enforcement personnel would always be valued and that their welfare remained an important responsibility of the department.

As a gesture of support, the provincial police chief also provided financial assistance to the injured personnel during his visit. He reiterated that the department would take all necessary measures to facilitate their medical treatment and recovery.

The visit reflected the police leadership’s support for personnel injured while performing their duties and highlighted the importance of ensuring proper medical care, financial assistance and institutional support for officers serving on the front lines against terrorism and crime.