Rank Pinning Ceremony Held for Officers Promoted to Inspector

By Dr Ansab Ali-Lahore – pakistan

LAHORE: Under the instructions of Inspector General of Police Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar, a formal rank-pinning ceremony was held at the Central Police Office for officers promoted to the rank of Inspector. A total of 70 officers from the Dera Ghazi Khan region were awarded the rank, with their parents, children, and family members attending the event.

Addressing the ceremony, IG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar praised the officers and personnel of DG Khan for acting as a fortified barrier against terrorists and criminal elements. He highlighted that the establishment of the Crime Control Department (CCD) has led to a 70% reduction in the crime rate across the province. Dr. Anwar added that the CCD’s scope is being expanded, creating over 1,000 new positions from Constable to SP, while the Cyber Crime Department has also generated hundreds of new posts, enabling further promotions.

The IG expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz and the provincial government for their continued support to Punjab Police. He issued directives emphasizing strict adherence to a zero-tolerance policy against corruption and misconduct, and underscored the importance of courteous, service-oriented behavior towards citizens. He also urged officers to serve the public with devotion in return for the promotions, welfare initiatives, and motivational support provided.

The ceremony was attended by Additional IG Welfare and Finance Imran Arshad, DIGs Suleman Sultan Rana, Dr. Muhammad Abid Khan, Zeeshan Asghar, Mansoor-ul-Haq Rana, Liaqat Ali Malik, as well as AIGs, SPs, and SDPOs.