In a first for the federal capital, authorities have developed a special digital application, “Mehfooz Muharram” (Safe Muharram), as part of extensive security arrangements for Muharram-ul-Haram, with complete geo-tagging of all Imambargahs, religious gatherings and procession routes, alongside drone-based digital surveillance.
The measures were reviewed during a high-level meeting chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who assessed security and administrative preparations for Muharram observances on Thursday.
Officials informed the meeting that the newly launched “Mehfooz Muharram” app would enable citizens to report suspicious individuals, suspicious activities, or inadequate security arrangements. The application would also provide live location sharing and image-sharing facilities to assist authorities in responding swiftly to potential security concerns.
A central control room has been established at Safe City Islamabad to monitor security operations and coordinate responses during the holy month.
The minister directed authorities to implement a comprehensive traffic management plan and ensure a four-tier security cordon around all religious gatherings and processions. He also ordered strict checking procedures at all entry and exit points of procession routes and venues hosting Majalis.
Emphasizing the importance of on-ground supervision, Naqvi instructed all relevant officers to remain present in the field throughout Muharram. He further directed officials to ensure timely and adequate food and refreshment arrangements for security personnel deployed on duty.
The interior minister stressed the need for close coordination with religious scholars to maintain peace and public order. He also called for strict adherence to the code of conduct and directed authorities to adopt a zero-tolerance policy against provocative or inflammatory material.
During the briefing, Islamabad’s Chief Commissioner and Inspector General of Police presented a detailed overview of security preparations. Officials informed the meeting that security audits of all Majalis and processions had been completed, while Peace and Nigehban Committees had been activated to support law enforcement efforts.
The meeting was also informed that the Islamabad administration would remain in continuous contact with religious scholars, organizers of Majalis, and procession committees to ensure smooth and peaceful observances throughout Muharram.
The review meeting was attended by senior police and administrative officials, including deputy inspectors general, senior superintendents of police, the deputy commissioner, and all assistant commissioners. Authorities expressed confidence that the coordinated security framework and enhanced technological monitoring would help ensure a safe and peaceful Muharram in the capital.
The local authorities in the Federal capital will deploy drone surveillance to monitor Imambargahs, Majalis venues, and procession routes during Muharram-ul-Haram as part of enhanced security measures.
The decision was taken during a high-level meeting on security and administrative arrangements for Muharram, chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
During the meeting, the interior minister directed officials to implement a four-layer security cordon around all Majalis and processions, along with strict checking at entry and exit points. He stressed the importance of close coordination with religious scholars to ensure peace and maintain law and order during the religious month.
In addition, a central control room has been set up at the Safe City headquarters to monitor security operations across the city throughout Muharram.
The local authorities said the integration of drone monitoring, digital reporting tools, and centralized surveillance is aimed at strengthening security coordination and ensuring peaceful observance of Muharram in Islamabad.