Police Peace Committee in Bannu launches operation against militants

BANNU: The Police Peace Committee on Saturday launched an operation titled “Operation Revenge of the Martyrs” in Bannu amid rising insecurity. militant violence in the district.

The announcement was made during a grand protest meeting held at Police Lines Bannu, where committee members discussed the law-and-order situation, counter-terrorism measures,. public cooperation in detail.

Speaking on the occasion, Peace Committee President Hazrat Ullah said operations against militants would continue with “full force”. the blood of police martyrs would not go unavenged.

He emphasised that ensuring the protection of life. property was a shared responsibility of the police and the peace committee, adding that all available resources would be utilised for this purpose.

The meeting reaffirmed the resolve that the public must support the police in restoring lasting peace in the district. warned that indiscriminate action would be taken against militants and their facilitators.

The committee also announced thathujrasand houses allegedly being used by militants would be reclaimed. while individuals suspected of maintaining links with militants would be required to clarify their position.

It was further decided that the committee would remain completely non-political. that the public would be able to submit complaints regarding police conduct to the committee so that immediate steps could be taken for redress.

The committee leaders reiterated their commitment to continue operations until the complete elimination of militants. to take every possible step for the restoration of peace in the district.

Following the meeting, the committee reportedly launched operations in different areas of Bannu. claimed that several militants had been killed. The operation is ongoing.

Police officials, however, have not yet issued any formal statement regarding the committee.

Bannu district has been the scene of repeated security incidents in recent months. with bothciviliansand localsecurity forcescoming under attack amid a broader surge in militant violence.

Violence in Bannu has included attacks on police andjirgamembers, prompting targetedoperationsby police. security forces in various localities to disrupt militant networks.