An event was held in Karachi to brief participants on the activities, modern facilities, and training system of the Sindh Police Security and Emergency Services Division (SESD). The briefing highlighted the division’s operational capabilities and the performance of its various units.
It was stated during the sports arena inaugural event that the division was established in November 2019 under a notification issued by the Government of Sindh to bring various security and emergency-related units under a single command and enhance their operational effectiveness. The institution operates under the administrative and operational control of the Additional IG Karachi, and six subordinate units are currently serving under its command.
According to the briefing, the division is responsible for counterterrorism operations, rapid response during emergencies, VIP security, the protection of sensitive installations, foreign consulates, Karachi Airport, religious gatherings, political rallies, and the security of major events, including international sporting competitions.
Officials said during the briefing that the units have been equipped with armored vehicles, modern assault and sniper rifles, night vision equipment, bulletproof jackets, wireless communication systems, command and control technology, and rapid response vehicles to ensure an effective response during emergencies.
During the event, “Security Training Handbook, Volume One,” compiled by Dr. Maqsood Ahmed Memon, was also mentioned. The handbook includes topics such as counterterrorism, emergency response, disaster management, the use of non-lethal weapons, the protection of sensitive installations, VIP security, cybersecurity, and the principles of modern policing.
It was also stated that a sports arena has been established within the division to enhance the physical fitness and professional capabilities of its personnel. Some diplomats attending the event described the institution’s professional preparedness and modern administrative structure as noteworthy, while officials reaffirmed their commitment to making operations against terrorism and crime more effective through modern technology and training.
