The report of the Faizabad sit-in commission has included a series of recommendations aimed at the federal government to prevent the recurrence of such disruptive protests in the future.
One of the key recommendations highlighted in the report is the necessity for effective measures to avert situations akin to the Faizabad sit-in. The commission has also proposed empowering the chief commissioner with the authority of a chief secretary.
Highlighting deficiencies in the intelligence-gathering mechanisms of Punjab and federal police, the report suggests improvements in the system for obtaining secret information, advocating for legislative reforms to streamline the procedures of secret agencies.
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"There is a need to make the procedures of secret agencies effective through legislation," the report says.
It also emphasizes the effective implementation of the Police Order 2002 in the federal capital, underscoring the need for enhanced law enforcement practices to uphold public safety and security.
Furthermore, the commission suggests commanding officers should be posted in hard areas for training, adding that ASP, SP and SSP rank officers should be sent to operational areas.
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Addressing the need for personnel development, the report proposes the posting of ASI to DSP rank officers from Islamabad in other districts to broaden their experience and skillset.
To effectively monitor and manage social media activities, the commission suggests the establishment of a coordination unit at both federal and provincial levels, comprising representatives from the Ministry of Interior, PEMRA, police, FIA, and other sensitive institutions.
These recommendations reflect a comprehensive approach towards enhancing security protocols, administrative efficiency, and intelligence gathering mechanisms, with the aim of fortifying the country's resilience against potential threats and disturbances.
