Times of Islamabad

For the first time in history, female police officer awarded sword of honour in Pakistan

For the first time in history, female police officer awarded sword of honour in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: For the first time in history, a lady police officer has beenawarded the coveted Sword of Honour in Pakistan.

ASP Faryal Farid has become the first lady police officer in the history tobe awarded the “Sword of Honour”.

The sword is awarded to the best officer at the conclusion of training atNational Police Academy.

Minister of State for Interior, Shehryar Afridi was the chief guest on the44th passing out parade of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP)officers at the police academy.

The minister said he was happy that 29 ASPs including seven lady officershave passed out.