PM Imran directs CM Buzdar to reform police culture in Punjab
Last updated on: 08 September,2020 04:11 pm
The premier has clarified that no one will be allowed to take law into his hands.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan on Tuesday has directed Chief Minister of Punjab (CM) Sardar Usman Buzdar to bring reforms in provincial police department. The premier has clarified that no one will be allowed to take law into his hands. Strict action will be taken against those involved in criminal activities, he told.
The statement came after federal and Punjab governments had decided not to transfer Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Lahore after differences emerged between him and Inspector General (IG) Punjab Shoaib Dastgir.
According to official of Centre, the appointment of CCPO was made after due consideration and government cannot take decisions against law and merit.
Meanwhile, sources claimed that CCPO Lahore contacted IG Punjab to resolve difference but IG Punjab Shoaib Dastgir did not respond.
On the other hand, IG Punjab did not come to office for second day and schedule of his meeting was also not announced. Sources claimed differences between IG and the CCPO remain unresolved even after a meeting with Chief Minister of Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar.