Muzaffarabad, October 22, 2025: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Poonch, Khawar Ali Shoukat, from Pakistan-administered Kashmir, has been awarded the prestigious International Police Award at the annual International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) conference held in Colorado, United States.
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SSP Shoukat is among the youngest senior police officers in South Asia to receive this honour, which recognizes outstanding law enforcement professionals from around 40 countries each year.
Hailing from Kotli district, Khawar Ali Shoukat has been widely acknowledged for his administrative leadership, integrity, and community-focused policing. Throughout his career, he has been credited with strengthening rule of law, improving public safety, and introducing reforms to enhance police accountability and efficiency across the region.
According to the IACP, the award was presented in recognition of his “exceptional service in upholding justice and contributing to crime prevention at the regional level.”
Shoukat’s achievement has been celebrated across Pakistan-administered Kashmir, where he is regarded as a brave and reform-driven officer. His recognition on the global stage has been described as a proud moment not only for the local police department but also for the people of the region.
Coming from a distinguished family in Kotli, SSP Khawar Ali Shoukat is the grandson of former Municipal Chairman Haji Rehmat Khan, and son of veteran journalist Shoukat Ali Naz. His brothers, Waqar Ali Shoukat and Jabar Ali Shoukat, also serve in public and professional roles within the community.
The International Police Award 2025 marks an important milestone for law enforcement in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, highlighting a growing recognition of professional policing standards in the region.
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