Abdul Mateen Qani, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Interior, reported that nearly 2,000 female security officers are actively working. Most of these officers serve in the service and inspection departments within the ministry.
Qani told TOLOnews that none of the female security officers have faced threats so far. This includes those who worked under the previous government.
The spokesperson stated that the Islamic Emirate considers threatening individuals a crime.
Abdul Mateen Qani said: “No employee or member of the Ministry of Interior, especially female police officers, will face any personal or official threats due to their duties in the previous administration. If any threats arise from personal or family disputes, they should immediately inform the Ministry of Interior so that the police can address the matter.”
Critical Role of Female Security Officers in Afghanistan
Some military experts and women’s rights activists consider the presence of women in military sectors beneficial. This is especially true in the Ministry of Interior, where they can help address women’s challenges.
“In Afghanistan’s traditional society, the presence of women in all government institutions is an urgent need, particularly in security institutions for operational and security duties. However, in a country with a population of around 40 million, the presence of 2,000 women is very small and insufficient,” Lamia Sherzai, a women’s rights activist, told TOLOnews.
“This brings changes in the morale of women, providing them with jobs. Simultaneously, it helps resolve women’s problems in a timely manner. In many places, there is even a shortage of women to conduct searches or to address women’s issues,” said Kamran Aman, a military expert.
Earlier, Human Rights Watch claimed in a report that officials of the Islamic Emirate had threatened Afghan women. These women served in the police force under the previous government and faced increased risk as a result.
This news is sourced from [Tolo News] and is for informational purposes only.
