ISLAMABAD: A delegation of children from ‘The Citizens Foundation’ visited Safe City Islamabad on Saturday to have firsthand knowledge of the city’s modern security infrastructure.

The children visited the command and control center, the data hub unit, modern technology-equipped cameras, and the police operations centre hall, an official told this agency.

The delegation was fully briefed about the procedures and advantages of this project.

Furthermore, the delegation was informed that Safe City Islamabad is playing a significant role in various departments through modern techniques, including the police operations centre, Emergency Control Centre, Data Hub Unit, Dispatch Control Centre, e-challan system, and the Pucar-15 emergency helpline.

The delegation was also apprised of the functionality and benefits of the Safe City cameras in the city. The modern cameras of Safe City have been playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety of the city, preventing crimes and safeguarding the lives and property of citizens.

Face recognition cameras have been installed at the entry and exit points of the city which are playing an important role in identifying suspicious elements.

The children expressed special gratitude to DG Safe City Islamabad and his team for this successful visit.

Published in Dawn, December 8th, 2024

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