PSL 9 security plan finalized with deployment of army and police
By our correspondent
The security arrangements for the upcoming ninth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) have been finalized, with a comprehensive plan to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the event.
A total of 17,176 police personnel will be deployed across three districts—Lahore, Multan, and Rawalpindi—where the matches are scheduled to take place. Additionally, three companies of the army will contribute to the security measures for the event.
The distribution of police personnel includes 6,936 in Lahore, 5,700 in Multan, and 4,538 in Rawalpindi. The police force will collaborate with other districts to manage traffic flow in the host cities, and they will oversee the movement of teams and the installation of jammers during matches.
Aerial surveillance of PSL routes will be conducted using helicopters, while 24-hour monitoring will be facilitated by Safe Cities’ cameras. Extra cameras will be installed along the routes of cricket teams and within the stadiums. The deployment of mobile command vans and drones with cameras is also part of the security plan. Furthermore, 20 Dolphin and 20 Elite Force teams will patrol the routes.
Cricket teams participating in the PSL will be treated as state guests, ensuring their safety and security throughout the tournament.
The Punjab Police expressed their commitment to providing foolproof security for the event and urged the public to cooperate with the security measures in place. The comprehensive security plan aims to create a secure environment for players, officials, and spectators attending the PSL matches.
