Provincial Apex Committee Resolves to Continue Unrelenting Intelligence-Based Operations Against Terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PESHAWAR: A high-level meeting of the Provincial Apex Committee led by the governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mr. Khyber Karim Kundi, officially decided to persist in the intelligence-based counter-terrorism operations throughout the province, calling on mobilisation of all the resources to restore lasting peace.
The official declaration issued after the session said that the high-stakes meeting was attended by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, members of the newly formed advisory council, Corps Commander Peshawar, the Chief Secretary, Inspector General of Police and other senior civil and military officers.
The following are some of the important decisions made by the Provincial Apex Committee:
Tribute to Martyrs and Comprehensive Review: The committee began with rich tributes paid to martyrs who laid down their lives in the war against terror. Participants had an in-depth analysis of the overall security situation and discussed significant steps for the permanent eradication of militancy.
Upgrading the operational capacities of Police and CTD: The Apex Committee highlighted the importance of significantly improving the operational capabilities of the KP Police and the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD). It was decided to supply the law enforcement units with modern weaponry and armaments, armored vehicles and additional manpower, and the participants affirmed that there will be no compromises in the area of public security.
Socio-Economic Uplift and Public Inclusion: The committee stressed the need for elevating the standards of living of KP citizens and its concerns were addressed towards providing necessary infrastructure to neglected and terror-stricken areas with the provision of including public input in the implementation of relevant policies.