Special Police Force Established for Safe Commute on Parachinar Road
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has taken a significant step to ensure the safety of Parachinar Road in Kurram tribal district by establishing a special police force. This initiative includes recruiting 399 personnel, setting up temporary security posts initially, and transitioning to permanent ones for long-term protection.
Key Cabinet Decisions
During the 19th provincial cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur in Peshawar, several crucial measures were discussed and approved:
- Helicopter Services for Kurram Residents:
To ease mobility issues, helicopter services transported 220 people over two days. Additionally, approximately 10 tons of essential medicines were delivered to Kurram. - Food and Financial Aid:
The government distributed subsidized wheat and provided compensation for losses incurred by residents due to unrest. - Action Plan for Parachinar Road:
The cabinet approved establishing a special police force, which will recruit 399 officers to secure Parachinar Road. Temporary security posts will be operational initially, transitioning to permanent ones. - Addressing Sectarian Tensions:
Social media accounts advancing partisan contempt will be designated by a committed FIA cell. Multiple peace talks and agreements between conflicting groups are underway to resolve disputes. - Illegal Arms Crackdown:
The cabinet decided to collect all illegal weapons and dismantle unauthorized outposts by February 1. The Home Department will set up a dedicated desk for issuing arms licenses based on necessity.
Chief Minister’s Stance on Peace and Governance
Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur emphasized that the Kurram issue is a local dispute rather than a terrorism concern. He assured residents of the government’s commitment to peace and clarified that no armed groups would be allowed to possess heavy weapons.
Additional Cabinet Approvals
- Relief for Minority Communities:
The cabinet allocated PKR 40 million as a Christmas gift for 80 churches, with each receiving PKR 500,000. Christian employees were also given advance salaries. - Infrastructure Development:
Approvals included:- PKR 30 billion for debt management.
- PKR 30 crore for D.I. Khan Girls Cadet College.
- Public-Private Partnership for constructing the 365 km Peshawar-D.I. Khan Motorway.
- Tourism Support:
Loans up to PKR 3 million will be provided to locals in tourist-heavy districts like Swat, Chitral, and Mansehra to promote community-based lodging. - University and Education Grants:
Funds were allocated to improve infrastructure, faculty recruitment, and pension payments for public sector universities.
Long-Term Vision for Stability
The KP government reiterated its commitment to ensuring safety, promoting harmony, and creating equal opportunities for all communities. With a strong focus on infrastructure and security, these decisions aim to transform the province into a peaceful and prosperous region.