Lahore: The Punjab Police have launched comprehensive security preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which is set to take place in Pakistan next month.
Officials confirmed that 12,564 officers and personnel will be deployed to ensure safety during the high-profile matches scheduled in Lahore and Rawalpindi.
In Lahore, 7,618 officers will be on duty, while 4,535 personnel will manage security in Rawalpindi. Additionally, 411 officers from the Special Branch will enhance security operations.
Aerial monitoring will be conducted with support from the Pakistan Army and Rangers to strengthen surveillance.
Police officials emphasized that all participating players will receive state guest status, with their safety being a top priority.
Routes to the venues will be monitored via Safe City cameras, providing real-time surveillance to prevent any incidents.
Security arrangements are expected to be finalised in the coming days as authorities prepare for the prestigious event.
The eight-team tournament, comprised of 15 matches, will run from February 19 to March 9, across three venues – Karachi, Lahore and Rawalpindi – in Pakistan and Dubai.
The teams are divided into two groups. Group A features Pakistan, India, New Zealand, Bangladesh, while Group B is comprised of Afghanistan, South Africa, England and Australia.
Hosts Pakistan will take on New Zealand in the curtain raiser on February 19 in Karachi, while the blockbuster clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India is scheduled for February 23 in Dubai.
Champions Trophy Schedule:
*All matches will be day-night encounters
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