Naqvi, CM Gandapur discuss Kurram situation

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Friday ahead of an apex committee meeting to address the law and order situation in Kurram district.

Kurram has been grappling with weeks-long clashes that have left at least 130 people dead and many others wounded or displaced since last month.

During the meeting today, Naqvi and CM Gandapur discussed ways to establish peace in Kurram, with the interior minister offering "every possible cooperation" to the KP government.

Mohsin Naqvi emphasised the importance of enhancing the capabilities of law enforcement agencies in the province and reaffirmed that restoring peace in Kurram was a top priority. He also highlighted the need for a long-term peace strategy that includes consultations with all relevant stakeholders.

Both Naqvi and Gandapur paid tribute to security personnel who were martyred in the fight against terrorism during their discussions.

The apex committee meeting will be held today which would be attended by senior civil and military officials, members of the provincial cabinet, and representatives from the relevant divisional and district administrations.

Key decisions are expected to be made regarding the provision of essential goods to the people of Kurram and the establishment of lasting peace in the region.

Additionally, CM Gandapur announced that wheat would be provided to residents of Kurram at subsidized rates, instructing the food department and district administration to take immediate action to implement this decision