the special security unit (ssu) is one of the specialized counterterrorism and security units of the sindh police. it performs the function of counterterrorism operations and provide security to important personalities and institutions. it is a karachi based unit of sindh police, pakistan and its operational jurisdiction extends to entire area of sindh. the ssu was established due to the increased security and counterterrorism challenges in the country. it meets the international standards of counterterrorism training and has been directed to deal with the terrorist intimidations. the unit reports to ig sindh and digp security mr. lt(r) maqsood ahmed is the founding head of the unit.