Lahore has been placed on high security alert in the wake of the recent terror attack in Islamabad, according to CCPO Lahore, Umar Sheikh. In a statement, Mr. Sheikh said that special security measures have been taken for mosques, Imam Bargahs, and other religious places. He directed the police to ensure the best possible security arrangements for public places and markets, and to increase the vigilance of entry and exit points in the city.
The CCPO has also instructed supervisory officers to remain active in the field, maintain continuous monitoring, and have police teams keep a special eye on hotspots. Mr. Sheikh further directed the authorities to maintain surveillance over the city’s roads and important areas through the Safe City Authority’s camera network. He appealed to the public to immediately inform the police or the nearest thana in case of any suspicious activity.
It’s worth mentioning that a terrorist attack on a mosque in Islamabad on the previous day resulted in the loss of 32 lives and over 170 injured. The Ministry of Interior has stated that the evidence suggests that the planning, training, and indoctrination of the attackers were carried out by ISIS in Afghanistan under the patronage of Afghan Taliban. The anti-terrorism court has sentenced Imran Mazari and his husband Hadi Ali Chishti to 17 years in prison each, and they are currently serving their sentence in the Adiala Jail.
The United Nations has condemned the terrorist attack in Islamabad and reiterated its support for the Pakistani government and people in their fight against terrorism and extremism. Justice Ali Baqar Najafi has stated that the Supreme Court will try to expedite its decision on any case that comes before it. The police have claimed that they have recovered arms from a person taken into custody.
Former Energy Minister Asad Umar has stated that no step can be taken in the Energy Ministry without the government’s permission. The Minister of Interior has stated that they have evidence of how the attackers were brought in and that the masterminds and facilitators have been arrested.
Former Finance Minister Miftah Ismail has stated that Pakistan is facing difficulties due to its flawed political structure. Punjab Governor Sardar Saifuddin has stated that India cannot bring Pakistan under its control through terrorism. Malala Yousafzai has stated that the arrival of spring is a moment of joy, which brings people together, and it reminds us that we can work together to improve Pakistan.
Atta Tarar has stated that the ultimate goal is to eradicate terrorism from its roots, and that the terrorists have been cornered to a great extent. The spokesperson of the Pakistan Cricket Board has stated that the Indian media is spreading false news. The Indian film industry has been criticized for its new film “Ghoshayya Pandit” (Bribe-taker Pandit), with protesters taking to the streets in several cities. Bollywood actor Imran Khan has criticized three of India’s biggest superstars in the context of their appeal to the youth.
In an exclusive interview with Al-Jazeera, Faizal Rehman said that Imran Khan is currently in jail and that this is the result of his actions. It is worth mentioning that Afghan cricketer Rahamanullah Gurbaz was signed by the Peshawar Zalmi team.
In a separate incident, a few members of the Bajrang Dal party were asking a shopkeeper questions and inquiring about his name, when the name of Muhammad Deepak came to their minds unbidden.
