SWAT: Reaffirming State Writ and Rule of Law, a Grand Jirga comprising tribal elders and prominent figures from across the Malakand Division was held at the Police Training School in Swat, where senior civil, military and political leadership reiterated their commitment to maintaining peace, security and stability in the region.
The high-level gathering was attended by Inspector General of Police Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (IGP KP) Zulfiqar Hameed, Inspector General Frontier Corps (IG FC) North Rao Imran, Federal Minister Amir Muqam and other senior civil and military officials.
Addressing the gathering, IGP KP Zulfiqar Hameed reaffirmed the state’s resolve to uphold the rule of law and maintain its writ across the region.
“No stone will be left unturned to ensure the rule of law and writ of the state,” IGP Hameed said, emphasizing that security institutions and the civil administration were working alongside local communities to protect public safety and support socio-economic development.
Reaffirming State Writ and Rule of Law Through Public-Centric Policing
As part of efforts to improve public service delivery, IGP Zulfiqar Hameed inaugurated a new Police Sahulat Markaz in Kabal.
The facility is part of a province-wide initiative to establish citizen facilitation centres at the tehsil level. It will provide multiple public services under one roof, including character certificates, tenant registration, assistance in dispute resolution and general complaint reporting.
The initiative aims to make police services more accessible, transparent and efficient while strengthening public trust in law enforcement institutions.
Strengthening State-Citizen Partnerships for Lasting Peace
The Grand Jirga provided a platform for dialogue between state leadership and regional stakeholders, enabling tribal elders and community representatives from the Malakand Division to share their concerns and perspectives.
Participants emphasized the importance of cooperation between state institutions and local communities in maintaining peace, strengthening security and supporting sustainable development across the region.
The gathering underscored a shared commitment to institutional authority, public safety and lasting regional stability.
