In a significant step towards strengthening public safety and maintaining law and order, the Sindh police have established a dedicated Crowd Management Unit (CMU) under the directives of IGP Javed Alam Odho.
The initiative aims to ensure a swift, professional, and coordinated response to riots, public gatherings, and emergency situations across urban areas. DIG Security Division Sindh Dr Maqsood Ahmed said the newly formed unit consists of 700 highly trained and well-equipped personnel drawn from multiple wings of the Security Division.
These include the Special Security Unit (SSU), Security-I, Security-II, Court Police, Madadgar-15, and the Foreigners Security Cell. By bringing together these diverse units under one command structure, the CMU is expected to deliver a more disciplined and effective approach to handling large-scale events and potential disturbances.
He added that the formation of the CMU reflects a proactive strategy to deal with the growing challenges of urban policing. The unit has been trained in modern crowd control techniques, rapid response tactics, and crisis management, ensuring preparedness for a range of scenarios, including protests, religious gatherings, and emergency situations.
The primary mandate of the CMU is to protect citizens, safeguard public and private property, and prevent civil disorder. Officials emphasized that the unit will operate with advanced tactical readiness and coordination, minimizing risks to both the public and law enforcement personnel.
With the establishment of the CMU, the Sindh police aim to enhance its operational efficiency and reinforce public confidence. The move is being seen as a crucial development in improving the province’s overall security framework and ensuring a safer environment for residents.
Meanwhile, an important review meeting on police measures was chaired IGP Javed Alam Odho in view of the current law and order situation in the province. Officials said the meeting was held at the Central Police Office Karachi was attended by the additional IGs of Karachi, CTD, Special Branch, DIGs of Headquarters, Establishment, Sindh Police Highway Patrol, T&T, Training, Security and Emergency Services Division, DG Safe City Authority, Zonal and Divisional DIGs and AIGs.
The participants of the meeting were briefed by the additional IG Karachi on police measures and preparations in general, while the zonal and divisional DIGs gave a briefing. The Additional IG Special Branch also gave a briefing based on statistics related to law and order in the province. Two Quick Response Force platoons have been prepared in each district, the additional IG Karachi said and added that surprise visits have also been planned to review the platoon’s preparations.
IGP Odho said all the concerned field officers should also ensure that the Anti-Riots Force is present with them. Practical exercises should be started regularly to make the preparations of the Quick Response Force effective, and the QRF should be deployed near sensitive places.
