RAWALPINDI:
Significant security lapses Rawalpindi district courts have come to light ahead of Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider’s visit today. Ahead of his arrival. All four walk-through gates installed at the court premises were found to be non-functional, resembling mere showpieces.
Out of 77 closed-circuit television cameras, 53 were found to be out of order, while the footage from the remaining cameras was blurry and largely unidentifiable.
Metal detectors provided to security personnel at court entry points were also found to be completely ineffective and only for display purposes. A detailed report regarding these security deficiencies has already been submitted to the Rawalpindi Deputy Commissioner (DC), Hasan Waqar Cheema.
Due to these critical malfunctions of surveillance systems, walk-through gates, and metal detectors, police have implemented stringent security measures for the Governor’s visit. Additional police personnel have been deployed, and temporary one-day restrictions have been placed on parking of motorcycles by lawyers and their clients in front of Quaid-e-Azam Hall, near the main court entrance.
Furthermore, public movement and standing between the main gate and the District Bar office have also been prohibited. A bomb disposal unit has been put on high alert.
During the ceremony, the District Bar Association is expected to formally present a report to the Governor highlighting the deteriorating security infrastructure of the district courts. The current CCTV cameras were installed five to six years ago and have gradually fallen into disrepair due to lack of maintenance. Their dysfunction, along with the faulty walk-through gates and metal detectors, has rendered the premises a potential security threat for judges, lawyers, clerks, and litigants.
Despite official restrictions, professional beggars continue to loiter around the courts.
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