Pakistan Railways Police

The Pakistan Railways Police is a federal law enforcement agency in Pakistan that is responsible for maintaining law and order within the jurisdiction of Pakistan Railways.

Pakistan Railways Police
Common nameRailways Police
AbbreviationPRP
Agency overview
Formed1977
Jurisdictional structure
Federal agency
(Operations jurisdiction)		Pakistan
Operations jurisdictionPakistan
Legal jurisdictionPakistan Railways
Governing bodyGovernment of Pakistan
Constituting instrument
  • Pakistan Railways Police Act, 1977
General nature
Operational structure
Overviewed by Federal MinistryMinistry of Railways (Pakistan)
HeadquartersLahore, Pakistan
Agency executives
Facilities
Stations49
Website
www.pakrailwayspolice.gov.pk

History

The Pakistan Railways Police was founded according to the Pakistan Railways Police Act, 1977, which outlines the formation and governance of this law enforcement agency. The act along with the accompanying Rules, 1980, grant authority to the Chief Executive and the Inspector General, and these regulations are relevant to the employees within the Pakistan Railways Police, who are considered civil servants.[1][2][3]

In February 2022, a decision was made by the government to enhance the pay scale of Pakistan Railways police personnel. This decision was unprecedented in the nation's history and was driven by the goal of reducing discrepancies in pay among officials from various departments and fostering a sense of professionalism within the Pakistan Railways police department.[4]

Achievements and initiatives

Digital Transformation

In the beginning of 2023, the Pakistan Railways Police initiated a digital transformation. Key police stations nationwide have implemented a digital system with support from the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB). This endeavor is aimed at modernizing the work environment and enhancing service provision.[5]

Advanced control room

In July 2023, Rao Sardar Ali Khan, the Inspector General of Pakistan Railways Police, officially opened a state-of-the-art control center at the Central Police Office Railways in Lahore. This control room is a vital component of the technology-driven efforts and encompasses various areas such as the Criminal Record Office (CRO), Criminal Record Management System (CRMS), Police Station Record Management System (PSRMS), Wireless Control, CCTV monitoring, and Social Media.[6]

e-Police mobile app

In December 2022 the Pakistan Railways Police introduced a contemporary E-Police mobile app for easy access to criminal records. This application was created in collaboration with the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) and linked to criminal records from various police services, such as the Punjab Police and Sindh Police.[7]

Crime prevention

The Pakistan Railways Police apprehended approximately 3,720 individuals for breaking rules and laws. They filed about 3,454 cases against them in a year across eight Railways divisions.[8]

Inspector Generals
  • Rao Sardar Ali Khan (23-07-2022 to date)
  • Faisal Shahkar (29-10-2021 to 23-07-2022)
  • Inam Ghani (08-09-2021 to 29-10-2021)
  • Arif Nawaz Khan (16-04-2020 to 27-08-2021)
  • Mushtaq Ahmad Mehr (04-12-2019 to 29-02-2020)
  • Wajis Zai (24-12-2018 to 30-11-2019)
  • Dr. Mujeeb ur Rehman (15-09-2017 to 24-12-2018)
  • Munir Ahmad Chisti (28-08-2014 to 30-07-2017)
  • Syed Ibne Hussain (18-04-2011 to 27 -08-2014)
  • M.Ali Mirza (01-07-2008 to 02-01-2009)
  • Syed Asghar Raza Garadzi (02-01-2009 to 05-04-2011)
  • Maj. R Mian Zaheer Ahmad (28-01-2006 to 15-11-2007)
  • Asif Nawaz (26-11-2007 to 07-07-2008)
  • Ahmad Naseem (12-12-2002 to 20-07-2005)
  • Jahangeer Mirza (21-07-2005 to 30-12-2005)
  • M. R. Zia (08-11-1999 to 23-07-2001)
  • Shahid Hassan Quershi (23-07-2001 to 12-11-2002)
  • Khalid Masud (02-12-1998 to 08-11-1999)
  • M. Habib Khan (04-08-1998 to 28-11-1998)
  • Ch. M. Amin (12-04-1997 to 01-08-1998)
  • G Asghar Malik (11-11-1996 to 10-04-1997)
  • Khawar Zaman (01-06-1994 to 11-11-1996)
  • Nisaar Ahmad Cheema (03-01-1990 to 31-05-1994)
  • Laiq Ahmad Khan (01-09-1986 to 07-01-1990)
  • Arbab Mukhtair Ahmad (13-11-83 to 30-06-1986)
  • M. M. Hassan (30-10-1977 to 03-11-1983)
  • Sheikh Sageer Hussain (25-10-1976 to 30-10-1977)

References
  1. https://senate.gov.pk/uploads/documents/1660556926_618.pdf
  2. https://pakistancode.gov.pk/pdffiles/administratore6916bf7f32ce375570aff0b6d343786.pdf
  3. "Pakistan Railways Police Act, 1977 and the Rules, 1980, with Delegation of Powers to the Chief Executive and the Inspector General, Applicable to the Civil Servants of Pakistan Railways Police". Ideal. September 29, 1988 – via Google Books.
  4. "Railways police poised to get pay scale upgrade". The Express Tribune. February 21, 2022.
  5. "Railways police stations turn digital". January 4, 2023.
  6. "Advance Control Room inaugurated at PR CPO". www.thenews.com.pk.
  7. "Railway Police Launches Modern E-Policing App".
  8. desk, News (September 17, 2023). "Railways Police arrest around 3,720 accused over violations". {{cite web}}: |first= has generic name (help)
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