ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Russian Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev, accompanied by Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, visited Islamabad Police Lines and the Pakistan Monument, where he received a warm welcome and a guard of honour from police personnel.
At Islamabad Police Lines, the Russian interior minister inspected an impressive police parade, while special units presented a salute. The national anthems of Pakistan and Russia were also played during the ceremony.
During the event, Kolokoltsev was presented with the Pakistani national flag, which he respectfully kissed.
He praised the professionalism and performance of Islamabad Police personnel and distributed awards among officers who had demonstrated outstanding performance.
Inspector General of Islamabad Police Sohail Chaudhry, deputy inspectors general (DIGs) and other senior police officers were also present on the occasion.
Later, the Russian interior minister visited the Pakistan Monument alongside Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, where a smartly turned-out contingent of the Federal Constabulary presented him with a salute.
Kolokoltsev also visited the Martyrs’ Memorial and laid a floral wreath to pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
He also enjoyed scenic views of Islamabad and the Margalla Hills from Shakarparian, appreciating the natural beauty of the federal capital.