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LAHORE, Jul 16 (APP):Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed provincial cabinet and the Cabinet Committee on Law and Order to monitor security arrangements for ‘Ashura’.
The CM directed the law enforcement agencies to make foolproof security arrangements
for 9th and 10th of Muharram. The security plans and standards operating procedures (SOPs) should be implemented in letter and spirit, she instructed and directed to ensure close cooperation among law enforcement agencies.
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said that safety of the participants of ‘Majalis’ and processions was the responsibility of the government, all necessary measures should be taken for the purpose, adding that no effort should be spared to maintain peaceful atmosphere in every city. Law enforcement agencies should be fully active and diligent, she said.
The CM said that a close watch should be kept on mischievous elements. All resources should be used to ensure law and order in the province. She also directed the authorities concerned to extend sufficient support for ‘sabils’ and ‘langar’ of the mourners.