PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Apex Committee has decided to strengthen the operational capabilities of provincial police and the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) to improve security and maintain peace. The committee agreed to provide modern weapons, equipment and other essential resources to law enforcement agencies as part of efforts to address terrorism across the province.
The meeting was chaired by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi and attended by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, the Peshawar Corps Commander and senior civil and military officials. Participants discussed the security situation in the province and reaffirmed their commitment to taking coordinated measures against terrorism and establishing lasting peace.
According to the meeting’s official statement, the committee decided to continue intelligence-based operations against terrorist networks. Participants emphasised the need for coordinated action by relevant institutions and agreed that all available resources would be utilised to improve law and order. Strengthening the capacity of security personnel was identified as a key part of the provincial security strategy.
The committee agreed to provide the police and CTD with modern weapons, equipment and the resources required to improve their operational effectiveness. The measures are intended to strengthen their ability to respond to security threats and support ongoing counterterrorism efforts. The statement also highlighted the importance of ensuring that law enforcement agencies have the necessary tools to carry out their responsibilities.
The meeting also decided to provide police with armoured vehicles, other essential vehicles and the required personnel. These resources are expected to support operational requirements in areas affected by security challenges. The committee reiterated that eliminating terrorism and restoring peace remain shared priorities for all state institutions.
Alongside security measures, the committee stressed the importance of addressing public concerns related to education, healthcare and living standards. Officials agreed to focus on improving access to basic facilities in underdeveloped and affected areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The approach combines security-related action with efforts to address the social and economic needs of local communities.
