Security forces have also been conducting a series of search operations to find those were responsible for the acts of violence. In the past, security forces had arrested suspects to avert any act of terrorism in the area. PHOTO: AFP
This was said during a meeting held in Bhaidag attended by members of Baizai tribe and Baizai subdivision Assistant Political Agent Abdullah Shah.
During the meeting, the jirga members also assured that anyone found guilty of providing shelter to terrorists at their houses will be punished according to customs and their houses will be demolished.
Separately, members of Safi tribe also held a jirga at Bautha village in Lakaro tehsil of Mohmand Agency. They threw their weight behind security officials and political agents who are combatting militancy. They said strict measures should be taken against those who are involved in militant activities. Another jirga was also held to take action against violence committed during Ramazan.
The administration has warned tribespeople that they shall be punished in case any act of militancy is committed in the area. Moreover, government officials will also seize the property and businesses of tribespeople in such cases.
Security forces have also been conducting a series of search operations to find those were responsible for the acts of violence. In the past, security forces had arrested suspects to avert any act of terrorism in the area.
Published in The Express Tribune, July 13th, 2016.
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