Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has taken serious notice of the use of a royal-style carriage by the Islamabad Inspector General of Police and Chief Commissioner during an Independence Day ceremony at D-Chowk.
The prime minister expressed displeasure over the conduct of the two senior officials.
Officials asked to explain
The Establishment Division has been directed to seek explanations from both officials over their use of the carriage during the public ceremony.
According to the Prime Minister’s House, the display was considered an overreach of official authority.
It also said unnecessary displays of official protocol at public events would not be tolerated in the ceremony.
According to the Prime Minister’s House, the display was considered an overreach of official authority.
It also said unnecessary displays of official protocol at public events would not be tolerated.
PM orders strict protocol compliance
Shehbaz Sharif directed government officials to strictly follow established protocol rules during future official ceremonies.
The prime minister’s directive comes as the government stresses restraint and proper conduct by public officials at national events.
