A delegation from the Core Committee of the Marwat Qaumi Jirga met with Special Assistant to the Chief Minister for Home and Tribal Affairs Tariq Saeed Marwat and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Additional Chief Secretary Ikramullah Khan at the Civil Secretariat on Wednesday. The meeting focused on the security situation in Lakki Marwat and measures to strengthen law enforcement in the district.
Delegation Composition and Key Concerns
The delegation was led by former federal minister Saleem Saifullah and former Member of the National Assembly Nasir Muhammad Khan. It also included former Secretary for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan Akhtar Munir Marwat and other senior tribal elders. The discussions reviewed the overall law and order situation in Lakki Marwat, with particular attention to the provision of modern equipment, vehicles, and other essential resources to the police. Broader security challenges confronting the area were also addressed.
Members of the delegation voiced public concerns over the withdrawal of security personnel from Frontier Corps (FC) forts. They urged the provincial government to reinforce, rather than reduce, the deployment of forces to bolster peace and improve public safety.
Government Assurances and Commitment
Responding to the concerns raised, Additional Chief Secretary Ikramullah Khan and Special Assistant Tariq Saeed Marwat assured the delegation that the prevailing security situation would be conveyed to the Chief Secretary and Chief Minister for appropriate action. They pledged to take all possible measures to address the district’s security challenges.
The officials stated that the provincial government remained committed to restoring lasting peace in Lakki Marwat and was implementing practical measures to strengthen law and order. They noted that dedicated funds had been allocated in the provincial budget to enhance the operational capacity of the police force through the provision of modern equipment and facilities. This move is expected to support counterterrorism efforts and reinforce long-term stability.
Delegation Response and Outcome
The delegation welcomed the government’s assurances and appreciated the commitment shown by the Special Assistant and the Additional Chief Secretary towards resolving the district’s security concerns. The meeting concluded with a mutual understanding to continue collaborative efforts for improving security in Lakki Marwat.
