Mirpur Police Vows Stronger Coordination for Women and Children's Protection
Mirpur (AJK), (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point news - 23rd Sep, 2026)
Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Mirpur Division, Kamran Ali, has stated that the police and AJK Women Development Department aim to strengthen their institutional coordination to protect women and children's rights, ensuring a safe environment free from violence and harassment.
Addressing a special awareness session at the Police Training College, Mirpur Division, he highlighted joint measures already in place against social and domestic violence.
Key Highlights:
- Women Development Department AJK's Law Officer, Asma Ali Shan, briefed 82 under-training AJK police personnel on:
- Legal rights and protection of women and children
- Prevention of harassment and social/domestic violence
- Police role in effectively handling such cases.
- Participants reviewed cases from the past five years involving women and children in Mirpur Division.
- Successful investigations and examples of justice and victim protection were shared.
DIG Kamran Ali emphasized:
- Effective law enforcement
- Timely response
- Confidentiality and victim protection
- Stronger coordination among relevant institutions
He viewed such awareness programs as crucial for enhancing police personnel's professional capacity and legal awareness in handling cases involving women and children sensitively, responsibly, and effectively.
Participants agreed that the session was a significant step towards strengthening collaboration between the police and Women Development Department, boosting the police's expertise in safeguarding women and children.