Who is ASP Syeda Shehrbano Naqvi? Lahore’s Brave Lady Cop Saves Woman from Lynching

26th February, 2024

Around 1 o’clock on a Sunday, an intense incident transpired at Ichra Bazaar, Lahore. A woman narrowly avoided a serious accusation of blasphemy, all thanks to the prompt response of Assistant Superintendent of Police Gullberg (ASP) Syeda Shehrbano Naqvi.

The situation unfolded when the woman, whose identity remains undisclosed, faced allegations of wearing a blasphemous dress by onlookers. The garment in question featured Arabic words, arousing suspicion among certain bystanders.

The Ichra woman incident in Lahore served as a wake-up call for many. The timely intervention by ASP Shehrbano prevented a potentially uglier situation. Social media has been abuzz with praise for the Lahore native, Syeda Shehrbano Naqvi, who holds the position of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in the Gulberg area.

What did she do?

ASP Shehrbano Naqvi courageously risked her life by entering the midst of the agitated crowd, positioning herself between the girl and her accusers. She not only spoke to the mob, urging them to step back and let her handle the situation peacefully, but also safely escorted the girl away from the scene.

 Acknowledgment

In addition to receiving praise on social media for her courageous actions, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the recently elected Chief Minister of Punjab, commended ASP Shehrbano Naqvi for her outstanding bravery, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to duty.

Tribute

In recognition of her timely intervention during the incident, the Punjab Police chief has announced that ASP Shehrbano Naqvi’s name has been put forward for the Quaid-e-Azam Police Medal. This prestigious award, the highest gallantry honor for law enforcement in Pakistan, is in acknowledgment of her courageous act of putting her life at risk to rescue a woman from a violent crowd.

Story Behind This Horrible Incident

At approximately 1 o’clock on a Sunday, a dramatic incident unfolded at Ichra Bazaar in Lahore. A woman narrowly escaped a serious accusation of blasphemy, thanks to the swift response of Assistant Superintendent of Police Gullberg (ASP) Syeda Shehrbano Naqvi.

The situation arose when the woman, whose identity remains undisclosed, was accused of wearing a blasphemous dress by onlookers. The garment, adorned with Arabic words, sparked suspicion among specific bystanders.

The Ichra woman incident in Lahore served as a wake-up call for many. The timely intervention by ASP Shehrbano prevented a potentially more severe situation. Social media has been filled with commendations for Lahore native Syeda Shehrbano Naqvi, who serves as Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in the Gulberg area.

ASP Shehrbano Naqvi and Station House Officer (SHO) Bilal from Ichra swiftly intervened, initiating a comprehensive investigation into the incident. Upon closer examination, it became evident that the accusations were rooted in a misunderstanding.

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Courtesy: The Express Tribune

“It was a confusion,” stated ASP Shehrbano Naqvi.

The woman in question expressed her innocence, explaining that she had unknowingly worn the dress without realizing its content. “I apologize for all that happened, and I’ll make sure it never happens again,” she said. “As a Sunni Muslim, I could never think of doing any such action.”

Furthermore, the incident has ignited conversations about the responsibility of the fashion industry to uphold cultural sensitivity. The dress in question, embellished with Arabic letters, unintentionally contributed to the misunderstanding.