Punjab CNF command changes hands

Punjab CNF command changes hands

LAHORE: The Punjab Counter Narcotics Force (CNF) held a Command Changeover Ceremony in Lahore as Brigadier Muhammad Rizwan Khan assumed charge as the new Director General, succeeding Brigadier Mazhar Iqbal.

Brigadier Mazhar Iqbal completed his two-year tenure as the force’s first Director General and formally handed over command to Brigadier Muhammad Rizwan Khan during the ceremony.

Secretary Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control Department Muhammad Masood Mukhtar attended the event along with senior officers, officials and personnel of Punjab CNF.

Officials praised Brigadier Mazhar Iqbal for his leadership and contributions to building and strengthening Punjab CNF. During his tenure, he helped develop the force’s operational structure, improve its professional capabilities and expand its efforts against drug trafficking and narcotics across the province.

Speaking at the ceremony, Muhammad Masood Mukhtar appreciated the outgoing DG’s services and expressed confidence in the new leadership.

Brigadier Muhammad Rizwan Khan pledged to continue the force’s mission and further improve its operational effectiveness. He stressed the importance of professionalism, discipline, teamwork and coordinated efforts to tackle the growing threat of narcotics.

He also reaffirmed his commitment to working towards a safer, healthier and drug-free Punjab.

The ceremony marked the leadership transition while reaffirming Punjab CNF’s commitment to professional enforcement and strengthening the province-wide fight against drugs.