In view of recent terror attacks in the country, Islamabad Police has beefed up security in the capital city, setting up at least 25 new check posts and introducing stricter surveillance of the red zone and public transportation system.
The announcement was made by the police early on Tuesday morning.
Police said that 25 new check posts have been established in the city and every entry and exit in the red zone will be monitored by surveillance cameras. In addition, all passengers traveling on Islamabad’s metro bus will be video recorded.
The police also advised citizens to keep their identification documents on hand at all times and to make sure their vehicles carry offically issued license plates.
The police also asked foreign nationals to keep their documents on hand. Residents should register their tenants and employees at their relevant police stations or Khidmat center, the police said.
“Report any unusual activity on call 15,” the police said.
On Friday, Islamabad was struck by a suicide bombing — its first in years — that took the life of one policeman and injured five others. The attack happened at a police checkpost, when the officer stopped a vehicle for a search.
Following the bombing, the US embassy on Sunday issued directives to its staff to exercise caution and avoid unnecessary travel in the country. A day later, the Saudi government also told its citizens not to travel unless absolutely necessary.
