CHINIOT, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 4th Sep, 2026) In line with the vision of Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif, District Police Officer Chiniot Dr. Naveed Atif held an open court at Jamia Masjid Osmania, Ahmed Nagar, after Friday prayers to promote community policing and facilitate direct interaction between police and citizens. DSP Circle Lalian, SHO Police Station Chenab Nagar, In-charge Complaint Cell, other police officers and a large number of worshippers attended the open court.
The DPO personally heard the complaints and problems of citizens and assured them of their prompt redressal. He directed the concerned officers to take immediate action, while the Complaint Cell was instructed to ensure timely resolution of public requests and submit follow-up reports. Dr. Naveed Atif also briefed participants about various Punjab Police services and apprised them of the newly introduced traffic rules, urging citizens to comply with them for road safety.
Addressing the gathering, the DPO said holding open courts at mosques was aimed at bringing police services closer to the people and strengthening community policing.
He urged citizens to report social and moral evils, criminal activities and suspicious elements to the police, assuring that their complaints would be duly recorded and addressed. He said protection of life and property and maintenance of law and order were the top priorities of Chiniot police, adding that all available resources were being utilized to improve public service delivery.
Dr. Naveed Atif said he also held an open court at his office daily at 12 noon, where citizens could meet him without hesitation to present their grievances. He said people could also report complaints, problems or information about criminal elements through the DPO Chiniot helpline at 370-4022020 from their homes. The open court concluded with prayers for the security, peace and development of Pakistan, while local residents appreciated the initiative of holding public courts at mosques.
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