Reinforced security at entry points and at the airport; Police call for vigilance and warn against spreading rumors.
Karachi has been put on high alert amid the Pakistan Army’s ‘Operation Ghazab Lil Haq’ against the Afghan Taliban, with police issuing a detailed public safety advisory on Saturday.
Karachi Deputy Inspector General of Police Azad Khan ordered security measures to be stepped up across the metropolis following reports of escalating tensions between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban regime.
According to a city police spokesperson, surveillance has been intensified and security has been further tightened at key entry and exit points, major transport hubs and other sensitive facilities to pre-empt any potential security threats. Law enforcement agencies have also increased surveillance in important public and commercial areas.
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The advisory urges citizens to remain vigilant and updated through official announcements issued by police, law enforcement agencies and provincial authorities. The public has been asked to immediately report any suspicious activity, unusual movement, unattended items or suspicious people in sensitive locations to Madadgar 15.
Citizens have been ordered to strictly comply with the instructions issued by the police and cooperate fully during rapid inspections, search operations and at security checks.
Police also warned against spreading unverified information on social media, adding that recent false reports about certain shopping centers and areas had caused unnecessary panic. Citizens were advised to rely only on official statements issued by the Sindh Police, local administration or government press briefings.
Travelers have been advised to leave their homes at least an hour earlier than usual when heading to the airport and other key locations. To reduce congestion, only one person will be allowed to accompany a passenger at designated airport drop-off and pick-up points.
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Additionally, citizens have been ordered to carry their national identity cards with them at all times for possible verification at checkpoints. In case of emergency or suspicious activity, the public was asked to contact Madadgar 15 or call the police helpline at 021-99225327.
All measures have been taken to ensure peace, stability and public safety, adding that law enforcement agencies remain fully prepared to respond to any threat.
