Rawalpindi (a major city in Pakistan's Punjab province) police have announced that officers will face charges under the Anti-Terrorism Act if any under-trial prisoner escapes from their custody, in a significant escalation of accountability measures. City Police Officer Hassan Mushtaq Sukhera issued the directive at a police headquarters meeting, also banning the use of ropes or iron chains on detainees and prohibiting officers from using private vehicles when transporting suspects to court. The move signals a broader crackdown on negligence and corruption within the force, with authorities warning that strict departmental action will accompany any criminal charges filed.