PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Inspector General of Police Akhtar Hayat Khan on Wednesday ordered synchronised efforts to combat terrorism. He stated this while chairing a meeting in Mardan to discuss counter-terrorism strategies. A police spokesman said the meeting focused on devising comprehensive plans to curb terror incidents in the region, and reviewed the performance of various police units involved in counter-terrorism operations. IGP Hayat instructed the additional IGP of Counter-Terrorism Department to hold coordination meetings with other police units, including district police and the Special Branch, at the regional level and focus on developing synchronised efforts in combating terrorism. He directed the CTD chief to conduct monthly reviews of anti-terrorism actions in all regions and submit progress reports to the IGP’s office. Mr Hayat emphasised that better facilities and a conducive working environment enhanced police efficiency. Meanwhile, IGP Hayat inaugurated the renovated and upgraded city police station in Charsadda during a visit to the district on Wednesday.