Sindh Police

After becoming the Governor of Sindh, General Sir Charles Napier established a policy system based on the pattern of the Royal Irish Constabulary in 1843. British Indian Army Officers closely supervised and controlled the force which was consequently more disciplined, efficient and less corrupt. Influenced by the success of Napier's police, the Court of Directors of the East India Company suggested that a common system of police be established on the pattern of the Irish Constabulary.

The British Indian Government set up a Police Commission headed by Mr. H.M.Court in 1860. One of the policy directives to the Police Commission of 1860 was that "though the duties of the police should be entirely civil, not military, the organization and discipline of the police should be similar to those of a military body". The present police system in our country has been established under this Charter. At the time of British Indian Police there was a famous Superintendent of Police from Pirdad (Hazro) in Punjab named Muhammad Umar Khan, who was much decorated.[5]

In October 2010 the government announced that Sindh Police had been given the approval and will be provided with phone-tracking technology to help them tackle kidnapping cases and corruption on the streets of Karachi.[6]

   The Sindh Police has been actively involved in countering human trafficking, drug trade, solving cases (such as murder and abduction) and gang rivalry (as seen in the Lyari Operation).

Armed Sindh Police constable in uniform

Designations of Sindh Police are as follow:[7]

    With the grace of Allah, I am honored to assume the Command of Sindh Police as the 59th Inspector General. It is indeed a matter of great pride to lead the prestigious organization, well known for its proficiency hard work and great sacrifices. The Martyrs of Sindh Police are our role models and their families are our responsibility.

    My compliments to all the former police chiefs, serving officers, jawans and staff who had, with their hard work and sacrifices, maintained the standards that were appreciated by every segment of the society.

    I strongly believe in the principles of justice and fair play in all policing functions. There is no doubt that Sindh Police has been working very effectively with a view to achieve its goals. It has diligently dealt with crime and terrorism besides maintaining the law & order throughout the province.

    Serving the community without fear of favour and assistance to other law enforcement agencies in providing peaceful environment to the citizens of the province have been the distinctive feature of its commitment.

    To pragmatically overcome the upcoming challenges, organization's priorities shall be:
 a) To sustain the prevailing best practices and continuously improve the procedures to meet the emerging challenges
 b) To proactively contemplate new initiatives by synthesizing workforce centric proposals. And not the least refining working environment, functional efficiency, organizational structure, human resource development and optimum utilization of the assets
 c) To continue its tradition of service to the people along with firm enforcement of law blending professionalism with integrity in courteous manner
   
   I urge the officers and jawans of Sindh Police to live a life to make a difference where they can. They should be persons who inspire to be their best version and avail the chance to change and improve their performance. Rise by supporting others. Build their dreams before someone hires them to build his own.

   I reiterate again that Sindh Police needs to strive hard to achieve excellence in all realms of policing and ensure a safe and secure environment throughout the province and uphold the rule of law, Sindh Police should politely with service above own self, offer swift assistance and prompt help to all citizens in distress, while saving their lives properties and honour.

   By maintaining the rule of law and with active community participation, Sindh Police can do it, and I am sure that all officers and jawans shall make it happen. Assuring the people of Sindh of all my support with the conviction that together we can make a difference.

   Let our life and performance be a proof that we love our country. Wishing you Godspeed.

                DR. SYED KALEEM IMAM,PSP
                 (TI, QPM, PPM, UNPM, NSC)
             INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE, SINDH

I.T Initiatives in Sindh Police

The Sindh Police uses a variety of weaponry. However, these are a few of the most common weapons used.

• AK-47/Type 56
• Heckler & Koch G3
• Heckler & Koch MP5 (MP5K version also widely used)
• Beretta ARX-160[10]
• Beretta M92
• Glock pistols
• RPG-7
• Tear gas
• Riot shields
• Flak Jackets

The most common vehicles used by the Sindh Police are:

Toyota Hilux Single/Double cabin (REVO/Vigo version), Toyota Corolla (2010-2018 version), Mohafiz Internal Security Vehicle, APCs, TROOP CARRIERS, Water Canons.

The Sindh Police is not known to use any aircraft, however there have been rumours that the Police use locally produced UAVs such as the SATUMA Jasoos, for reconnaissance.

Citizens Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) (Urdu: شہری پولیس رابطہ پنچائیت‎) is a public-private relationship, self-funding, Non-Political Statutory organization, established under a notification by the Sindh government. CPLC provides relief and technical support to victims of crime. Fakhruddin G. Ebrahim established the Citizen Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) in 1989, the CPLC works in Karachi and assists citizens in registering the (FIR) if it is refused by police for some reason.

The public takes initiative as a volunteer and report the failing law and order situations to the law enforcement agencies to achieve its objectives.[11][12]

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