Punjab becomes first province to establish specialised forces under 18th amendment
Pakistan
The 2018 amendment empowered provinces to form their own specialised forces
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Punjab has made history by becoming the first province in Pakistan to establish specialised forces under the 18th Constitutional Amendment, marking a significant step in provincial security and administrative innovation.
The 2018 amendment empowered provinces to form their own specialised forces. Acting on the directives of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, Punjab has now launched several such units, including the first-ever Provincial Counter-Narcotics Force (CNF), Wildlife Force, Environment Force, Forest Force, and Pera Force.
Punjab Counter-Narcotics Force
Today CM Maryam Nawaz formally launched the Punjab Counter-Narcotics Force and attended its inaugural passing-out parade. The ceremony featured a guard of honour, an oath-taking by the officers, and a formal flag handover. The chief minister also interacted with CNF personnel and reviewed the fleet of vehicles and digital surveillance equipment.
She expressed pride in the performance of CNF’s female officers during the march-past, highlighting their discipline and dedication. Director General CNF, Brigadier Mazhar Iqbal, briefed the Chief Minister on the force’s organisational structure and operational readiness.
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In its initial phase, the CNF has recruited 866 personnel, while stations and regional directorates have been established in all divisions of Punjab. The second phase will see the expansion of the force to the district level.
All officers and recruits have undergone a rigorous 12-week professional training course at the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) Academy in Rawalpindi, ensuring high levels of preparedness and professionalism from the outset.
