NOWSHERA: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has appointed Sonia Shamroz as the first-ever woman to serve as District Police Officer (DPO) in Nowshera, marking a significant milestone for women’s representation in the province’s police force.
Sonia Shamroz has been appointed as the new DPO of Nowshera by the Additional Inspector General (AIG) Establishment and has formally assumed charge of the office.
A highly accomplished police officer, Sonia holds an international fellowship in criminology from the United Kingdom. She has also received the Best Woman Officer in Asia award in recognition of her professional excellence and contributions to policing.
It is considered a historic move for the better representation of women in high ranks within law enforcement agencies. It is expected that she would contribute something new in terms of policing and administration to the district.
The appointment of Sonia Shamroz as DPO would herald a new era of good governance and professionalism at Nowshera Police.
