The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa cabinet decided on Monday to establish a special police force to restore the Kurram land route and take action against those spreading sectarian hatred.

In a cabinet meeting, it was agreed that measures would be taken against individuals inciting sectarian discord in the tribal district, with the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) tasked with identifying all relevant social media accounts.

Kurram humanitarian crisis enters day 76

The humanitarian crisis in the Kurram district worsened as road closures reached 76 days on Monday, impacting residents’ access to essential commodities, including food, medicine, and fuel.

The main Kurram-Peshawar road remains shut due to security concerns, prompting locals to stage a four-day sit-in at the Parachinar Press Club, demanding the reopening of routes.

Kurram Deputy Commissioner Javidullah Mehsud affirmed that the closures “are necessary for security reasons.”

Recent tribal clashes have resulted in over 200 fatalities since July, leading to governmental efforts to restore peace, including the dismantling of private bunkers in the region.

As the closures persist, approximately 400,000 residents in Upper Kurram have been cut off from the rest of the country.

Daily life has been disrupted, with schools shutting down, ATMs running out of cash, and local businesses closing due to supply shortages.

In response to the dire situation, the Edhi Foundation is conducting three flights daily to deliver medical supplies and transport patients.

Reports indicate that at least 29 children have died due to a lack of medical care, although local activists claim the actual number is higher.

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To alleviate the crisis, the provincial government has launched a helicopter service, successfully airlifting 200 individuals, including patients and government officials, in recent days.

The service has also delivered significant quantities of medical supplies worth millions to the area.

As winter exacerbates the humanitarian plight, residents continue to call for immediate action to address their critical needs.

More to follow…