The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has issued notices to the Chief Secretary, Inspector General of Police, Commissioner Peshawar, and other relevant officials in response to a petition highlighting the worsening law and order situation in the upscale Hayatabad locality.
The case was heard by a two-member bench comprising Justice Sahibzada Asadullah and Justice Dr Khurshid Iqbal.
During the proceedings, petitioner Advocate Muhammad Hamdan informed the court that serious crimes, including street robberies, burglaries, extortion, theft, and armed muggings, have become a daily occurrence in Hayatabad. He noted that with a population exceeding one million, the area is served by only two police stations.
The petitioner further stated that criminals often escape by crossing the boundary wall into Khyber district, complicating police efforts due to jurisdictional challenges. He also pointed out that the Safe City Project has not yet been completed, leaving the area increasingly vulnerable.
Advocate Hamdan urged the court to order the establishment of additional police stations in Hayatabad and to direct authorities to take concrete steps to restore law and order.
In response, the court issued notices to the Chief Secretary, IG Police, Commissioner Peshawar, and other stakeholders, demanding a detailed reply.
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