South Waziristan: The district administration has announced a 12-hour curfew in both lower and upper South Waziristan, effective from Monday at 6 AM, citing security concerns and ongoing threats.
According to a notification issued by the office of the Tank deputy commissioner on Sunday, the curfew was imposed following a request from Law Enforcement Agencies due to “heightened threat to their movement.” The curfew will be enforced on the main route from “Kaur Fort-Manzi-Khirgi-Kirri Wam to Jandola, District Tank” on March 17, from 6 AM to 6 PM.
However, the route from Kaur Fort-Gomal-Girdawi to Wana will remain open for all kinds of traffic, ensuring limited access for essential movement. The authorities have urged citizens to cooperate with security forces and avoid traveling during curfew hours.
The security situation in the region has been tense in recent days, with incidents of violence escalating in North Waziristan and the Lower and Upper South Waziristan districts.
Just three days ago, the Pakistan Army successfully repelled a terrorist attack on a checkpost, eliminating 10 militants following a suicide bombing in the Jandola area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s South Waziristan district. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the attempt to breach the post was thwarted, forcing the attackers to “ram an explosive-laden vehicle into the perimeter wall.”
In a separate incident, a mosque blast in South Waziristan injured at least four people, including the district emir of Jamiat Ulema Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), further exacerbating security concerns in the region.
Pakistan has witnessed a significant rise in terrorist attacks, with a 42% increase recorded in January 2025 compared to the previous month, as per data released by the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS).
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The report documented at least 74 militant attacks across the country, resulting in 91 fatalities, including 35 security personnel, 20 civilians, and 36 militants. Another 117 individuals sustained injuries, among them 53 security forces personnel, 54 civilians, and 10 militants.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remains the worst-affected province, followed by Balochistan. The settled districts of KP witnessed 27 militant attacks, resulting in 19 deaths, while the tribal districts (erstwhile FATA) recorded 19 attacks, causing 46 fatalities. Meanwhile, Balochistan reported 24 militant attacks, leading to 26 deaths.
In light of the growing security challenges, authorities have reiterated their call for public cooperation. They emphasized that the curfew is a necessary measure to safeguard lives and prevent further militant activities. Citizens are advised to remain vigilant and comply with security protocols to ensure their safety.
The situation remains fluid, and further updates will be provided as authorities continue to monitor and respond to emerging threats.
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