The provincial assembly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was abuzz with concerns over the deteriorating law and order situation, as members from both sides highlighted the growing insecurity among the people. Lawmakers expressed distress over the lack of safety even for cattle in tribal districts, citing incidents of animals being burnt alive in clashes between security forces and militants.
Agriculture minister Mohammad Sajjad emphasized the need for security, stating that all development efforts become futile if people don’t feel safe. The opposition ANP member Mohammad Nisar Khan raised issues of targeted attacks on police in Bajaur tribal district, calling for accountability from government authorities.
MPA Naik Mohammad Khan highlighted the plight of tribal people displaced by military operations against militants, underscoring the failure to restore peace and rebuild their lives. The session was adjourned due to insufficient quorum, with a call for action to address the prevailing uncertainties.
Published in Dawn, October 2nd, 2024