KP Apex Committee vows tougher action on militancy after emergency rule
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Apex Committee has pledged more resources and intelligence-based operations against militancy a day after governor's rule was imposed.
Kamran Ali
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Kamran Ali, a seasoned journalist from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, has a decade of experience covering terrorism, human rights, politics, economy, climate change, culture, and sports. With an MS in Media Studies, he has worked across print, radio, TV, and digital media, producing investigative reports and co-hosting shows that highlight critical issues.
Governor Faisal Karim Kundi and Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi co-chaired the Peshawar meeting.
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Apex Committee pledged on Monday to intensify operations against militancy and strengthen police and counterterrorism forces. Governor Faisal Karim Kundi and Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi co-chaired the Peshawar meeting, a day after Pakistan imposed governor's rule and a state of emergency in the province amid security concerns.
What did the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Apex Committee decide?
The committee directed authorities to equip police and the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) with modern equipment and extra resources. It also agreed that intelligence-based operations will continue across the province, and told all relevant institutions to act against militancy. Members reviewed the overall security situation and measures to establish lasting peace.
Who attended the Apex Committee meeting in Peshawar?
Kundi and Naqvi co-chaired the meeting at the Governor House in Peshawar. Members of the Advisory Council, the Peshawar corps commander, the chief secretary, the inspector general of police and other senior civil and military officials also attended.
Addressing the meeting, Kundi said eliminating militancy and terrorism remained the province's top priority, alongside development initiatives. He pledged to strengthen law enforcement agencies and improve their capacity to combat terrorism.
How is the meeting linked to governor's rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?
The meeting took place a day after the imposition of governor's rule and a state of emergency. The latest security measures follow the federal government's move to address the situation in the province. According to an official statement, the committee said all available resources would be used to improve law and order.
What development measures did the committee prioritize?
The committee decided to give special attention to longstanding public concerns, including education, health care and living standards in urban areas. It noted that these issues are directly linked to public security and sustainable peace.
It also agreed to prioritize social and economic development and the provision of basic facilities in underdeveloped and militancy-affected areas. The forum emphasized resolving public grievances, improving access to essential services and ensuring that government services reach people at their doorsteps.
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