Politics
Governor Kundi Chairs Security Meeting Amid Emergency Rule Speculation
Peshawar – Amid growing speculation that Khyber‑Pakhtunkhwa could be placed under emergency or direct rule, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi expanded his duties beyond his constitutional remit by chairing a high‑level meeting on law and order. The meeting, held on Tuesday, reviewed the province’s overall security situation and the implications of the Pakistan Tehreek‑e‑Insaf’s planned long march. Kundi urged the strengthening of the operational capacity of the police, the Counter‑Terrorism Department (CTD) and other law‑enforcement agencies. Attendees included Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah, Inspector General of Police Zulfiqar Hameed, Additional Chief Secretary Home Ikramullah Khan, Additional IG Special Branch Muhammad Kashif Alam, Joint Director General Intelligence Bureau Arshad Ali Khan (NSC), Additional IG CTD, DIG Operations Shakir Hussain Dawar and other senior officials. The officials briefed the Governor on the overall security situation, counter‑terrorism measures, public order and the latest crime situation in the province.
Frequently asked questions
Who chaired the security meeting in Peshawar?
Governor Faisal Karim Kundi.
What was the main focus of the meeting?
To review the province’s overall security situation and the implications of the Pakistan Tehreek‑e‑Insaf’s planned long march, and to urge strengthening of police, CTD and other law‑enforcement agencies.
Which officials attended the meeting?
Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah, Inspector General of Police Zulfiqar Hameed, Additional Chief Secretary Home Ikramullah Khan, Additional IG Special Branch Muhammad Kashif Alam, Joint Director General Intelligence Bureau Arshad Ali Khan (NSC), Additional IG CTD, DIG Operations Shakir Hussain Dawar and other senior officials.