Nathiagali: Deputy Inspector General of Police Hazara Nasir Mahmood Satti has said that modern policing is no longer confined to crime prevention and enforcement of law, but also requires the effective use of modern technology, intelligence, community policing and strong public engagement to maintain peace and ensure quality public service.
He expressed these views while addressing the Criminology Summer School 2026 seminar organized by the University of Peshawar’s Bara Gali Campus, where he attended as the chief guest.
DIG Satti said the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police, in line with the vision of Inspector General of Police Zulfiqar Hameed, was taking practical measures to provide free justice and modern, technology-based services to citizens.
He said the establishment of Police Facilitation Centres was an important step in this regard. Twenty Police Facilitation Centres had been established at tehsil level across the Hazara region, providing citizens with multiple police services under one roof.
He added that various mobile applications had also been introduced to facilitate citizens, enabling them to submit complaints, suggestions and other information to police officers from their homes.
The DIG said stronger interaction between police and educational institutions could play an important role in promoting respect for law, responsible citizenship and a spirit of public service among young people.
He urged students to make hard work, discipline, honesty and positive thinking part of their lives and to strive for excellence in their chosen fields. He also emphasized the importance of respecting parents and teachers and benefiting from their guidance and experience.
DIG Satti said the student years were a crucial stage in building the foundation for practical life, urging young people to set clear goals and work consistently to achieve them.
Upon his arrival at the Bara Gali Campus, Chairman Department of Criminology Professor Dr. Basharat Hussain welcomed the DIG and briefed him about the campus and its academic activities.
At the conclusion of the seminar, students asked DIG Hazara questions about policing and crime-related matters. He responded to their questions in detail.
