By Ahsan Mughal
KARACHI: Sindh’s Inspector General of Police, Ghulam Nabi Memon, has unveiled a significant reorientation of the province’s policing budget, aimed at addressing longstanding issues within the force by directing funds to the grassroots level. In a recent statement in Karachi, Memon detailed the planned budget cuts for senior police roles, including Additional Inspector Generals (IGs) and Deputy Inspectors General (DIGs), explaining that these resources will now be redirected to police stations across Sindh.
This reallocation includes a substantial injection of 5 billion rupees to improve ground-level operations, a move that signifies a strategic commitment to enhancing police presence and effectiveness at the community level. Memon noted that this shift was largely influenced by the Sindh government’s response to concerns raised by the police department. By reducing the budgets for senior officers, the force aims to address critical resource shortages within police stations and to bolster the investigative capacity of officers handling cases.
The IG highlighted that this includes an increased budget specifically for investigation officers, an investment intended to enhance the overall quality of investigations and case resolutions. This prioritization of investigative resources suggests a shift toward more evidence-driven policing, which could improve public trust and the legal outcomes of police work. In addition to financial restructuring, Memon announced plans to expand the police force’s manpower and operational capacity.
As part of this initiative, a new unit of 3,000 officers is being established, with the goal of reinforcing the force’s operational capabilities and allowing police to respond more effectively to the diverse challenges facing law enforcement in Sindh. This addition represents a proactive approach to addressing safety concerns and aligns with the broader goal of optimizing resource allocation within the department. The redistribution of resources and the emphasis on ground-level improvement reflect a shift in Sindh’s policing strategy from top-heavy administration to frontline empowerment.
By channeling funds directly into police stations, Memon is prioritizing the daily needs of officers who engage directly with communities, aiming for a more responsive and accessible police force. This restructuring marks a departure from the traditional budgetary emphasis on senior management and suggests a broader institutional change focused on improving the Sindh police’s public service capabilities. Memon’s approach underscores a broader vision of operational efficiency and responsiveness, particularly in a time when public demand for effective policing is high.
