In a bold move to reshape its approach to law and order, Punjab has kicked off the recruitment drive for 4,000 positions in a newly formed elite force under the Crime Control Department (CCD)—a strategic initiative designed to target serious and organized crime across the province. This sweeping effort signals the provincial government’s intensified resolve to clamp down on criminal networks that have long plagued communities with fear and instability.
The announcement was delivered by Additional Inspector General Sohail Zafar Chattha, who chaired a high-level session on Sunday focused on rolling out operational plans for the CCD. The meeting came in the wake of the official approval of the CCD Ordinance, setting the legal and administrative foundation for this powerful new entity within Punjab Police.
A Specialized Force for Specialized Crimes
Unlike conventional police departments, the Crime Control Department will zero in on hardened criminals—the ones who typically slip through the cracks due to the complexity and scale of their operations. The CCD is being built from the ground up with a mandate to combat a wide spectrum of serious crimes, including:
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Drug trafficking
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Kidnappings for ransom
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Extortion rackets
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Armed robberies
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Inter-district and inter-provincial gang violence
This force is not your average police unit—it’s a highly focused response team trained to tackle the toughest cases and neutralize high-risk offenders.
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Full-Scale Provincial Backing
One of the key factors giving the CCD momentum is the unwavering support from Punjab’s top police leadership. Inspector General of Police, Dr. Usman Anwar, confirmed that both Regional Police Officers (RPOs) and District Police Officers (DPOs) are stepping up with vital support. This includes manpower, office space, vehicles, and essential infrastructure.
Dr. Anwar emphasized that funding has been secured, and the recruitment will unfold in carefully planned phases. Alongside the hiring process, procurement for advanced tools—like surveillance equipment, office tech, and transport fleets—is also underway.
Cutting-Edge Crime-Fighting Infrastructure
The CCD won’t just be relying on boots on the ground. The department is being outfitted with high-tech surveillance systems, an expansive criminal intelligence database, and modern tracking tools. A strong IT infrastructure will serve as the backbone for real-time data exchange and rapid decision-making.
Each CCD officer will undergo specialized training to ensure fast and effective responses to complex criminal scenarios. This isn’t just about increasing headcount—it’s about raising the bar on professionalism and technology-driven policing.
Strategic Deployment Across Punjab
Work is in progress to finalize locations for CCD-specific police stations. These will be strategically distributed across high-crime areas to allow swift deployments and effective jurisdictional reach. The stations will be hubs of intelligence-sharing, surveillance, and coordinated law enforcement activity.
With 4,000 job openings on the table, the CCD is expected to attract a wave of motivated recruits eager to join a high-impact force with a clear mission: to dismantle organized crime and restore peace in communities.
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A New Chapter in Crime Prevention
This recruitment drive is more than a staffing effort—it’s a symbol of transformation. Punjab is not just adding numbers to its force; it’s building a new weapon in the fight against crime. With digital intelligence, fast response units, and inter-agency coordination, the CCD is poised to redefine the way serious crime is tackled in Pakistan’s most populous province.
From crushing land mafias to tracking stolen vehicles and intercepting cross-border crime rings, the CCD is all set to become the cornerstone of Punjab’s security strategy. The promise of a safer, more stable Punjab might just begin with these 4,000 recruits.