CCTV Cameras Made Mandatory for Shops

Faisalabad police has directed all shopkeepers, departmental stores, wholesale markets, shopping malls and other commercial establishments across the district to install CCTV cameras within one month.

The order was issued by City Police Officer (CPO) Tanveer Hussain as part of a move aimed at preventing child sexual abuse and improving public safety.

According to the official order, businesses that fail to install CCTV cameras within the given time may face legal action. This may include the registration of criminal cases and the sealing of their premises.

The decision comes after a sharp rise in reported cases of child sexual abuse in Faisalabad.

Official figures show that 330 cases involving the sexual abuse of minor boys and girls were reported across the district during the first six months of 2026, from January 1 to June 30.

According to the case breakdown, 25 cases were reported in Lyallpur Town, 80 in Madina Town, 71 in Iqbal Division, 82 in Jaranwala Division and 72 in Sadar Division.

Police records show that challans in 154 cases have been completed and submitted to courts. Another 118 cases remain under investigation with incomplete challans.

In addition, six cases were submitted to courts under Section 512 of the Criminal Procedure Code with incomplete challans. A total of 48 cases were later dismissed, according to official records.

Speaking about the initiative, CPO Tanveer Hussain said the installation of CCTV cameras is intended not only to help prevent child sexual abuse but also to reduce theft, robbery and other crimes.

He urged the business community to install surveillance systems without delay to avoid legal action and help ensure the safety and security of citizens and their property.