IG Islamabad Addresses Newly Promoted Police Officers

ISLAMABAD, October 9, 2026: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad, Captain (Retd.) Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry, held a special interaction with newly promoted police officers, congratulating them on their advancement to higher ranks and emphasising their increased responsibilities towards the department and the public.

According to an official statement issued by Islamabad Police, a ceremony was organised at the Central Police Office (CPO), Islamabad, following the promotion of 40 police personnel to higher ranks.

The promoted personnel include five sub-inspectors elevated to the rank of inspector and 35 assistant sub-inspectors promoted to sub-inspector.

DIG Headquarters Muhammad Jawad Tariq, DIG Islamabad Ali Waseem and other senior officers attended the ceremony and joined the IGP in formally pinning the new rank insignia on the promoted personnel.

Promotions Reflect Hard Work and Dedication

Addressing the officers, IGP Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry said promotions were an acknowledgement of professional competence, hard work and dedicated service to Islamabad Police.

He emphasised that while advancement in rank was a matter of professional achievement, it also placed greater responsibilities on officers.

The IGP directed the newly promoted personnel to perform their duties with honesty, discipline, professionalism and a strong sense of accountability.

He stressed that the principles of merit, integrity and respect for the law must remain central to the performance of every police officer.

Police Officers Directed to Prioritise Citizens

During his address, the Islamabad Police chief particularly emphasised the importance of respectful and courteous behaviour towards citizens.

He instructed officers to ensure the provision of quality police services and address public complaints and concerns without unnecessary delays.

According to the IGP, protecting citizens’ lives and property and ensuring the timely resolution of their grievances remain among the department’s foremost priorities.

He reminded the promoted personnel that higher ranks required stronger leadership, professional conduct and a greater commitment to public service.

The police chief also underscored the importance of maintaining public confidence through responsible performance and fair treatment of citizens.

Outstanding Officers Receive Commendation Certificates

In a separate departmental initiative, IGP Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry invited officers and personnel from the Operations Division’s Saddar Zone to the Central Police Office in recognition of their outstanding professional performance.

The personnel were acknowledged for their efforts in protecting citizens, maintaining public safety and carrying out their assigned responsibilities.

The IGP presented commendation certificates to the officers and appreciated their dedication and professional commitment.

He said hardworking and responsible police personnel were valuable assets to the department and deserved recognition for their services.

The Islamabad Police chief further stated that acknowledging professional achievements not only encouraged the recipients but also motivated other members of the force to perform their duties with greater dedication.

Departmental Welfare and Professional Development

The promotion ceremony forms part of Islamabad Police’s ongoing departmental efforts to recognise professional performance, encourage deserving personnel and strengthen institutional morale.

The latest advancement of 40 officers also highlights the department’s focus on providing career progression opportunities within the police service.

IGP Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry has repeatedly emphasised merit, transparency, personnel welfare and professional accountability as important elements of effective policing.

The police leadership maintains that recognising dedicated officers and improving departmental working conditions can help strengthen operational efficiency and public service delivery.

The IGP reiterated the importance of discipline, professional excellence and dedication, calling on the newly promoted officers to fulfil their responsibilities with renewed commitment.

The ceremony concluded with congratulations and best wishes for the officers as they assumed the responsibilities associated with their new ranks.