ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Police has initiated a series of open courts in mosques throughout the city in an effort to address public grievances and enhance police-public relations. These sessions were conducted on the directives of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad, Captain (Retd.) Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry.

According to Islamabad Capital Police, zonal SPs, SDPOs, and SHOs facilitated these open courts in their respective areas, drawing a significant turnout of local residents and community representatives. During these sessions, attendees were encouraged to discuss their issues and offer suggestions for improving public services and maintaining peace and security in their localities.

The police officers listened attentively to the concerns raised by the participants and provided immediate directions to the relevant officials for resolving pending issues. They assured the participants that their suggestions would be seriously considered, with necessary actions to follow.

Police officers addressing the attendees highlighted the IGP’s directive for regular open courts to maintain direct communication with citizens and ensure timely resolution of complaints and concerns. They reiterated Islamabad Police’s commitment to safeguarding citizens’ lives and property, emphasizing continuous efforts against criminal activities and improving the law and order situation.

The open courts aim to fortify police-public relations by granting citizens direct access to police officers, ensuring prompt grievance resolution, and fostering mutual trust and cooperation between the police and the community. Local residents praised the initiative, acknowledging the practical steps taken by IGP Islamabad, Captain (Retd.) Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry, to address public concerns and promote police-community engagement.