A grand jirga was held in Hassan Khel, Peshawar Division, bringing together civil administration officials, security representatives, health authorities, and tribal elders to discuss regional development, public concerns, and the prevailing security situation.
The meeting, chaired by Commissioner Peshawar Division Riyaz Khan Mehsud, was attended by senior military and police officials, including the Deputy Commander of 102 Brigade, SSP Operations Peshawar, and district administration officers. Tribal elders from multiple local communities also participated in large numbers.
During the session, tribal representatives outlined key public grievances, with a strong focus on security challenges alongside civic issues. Concerns were raised regarding healthcare facilities, education services, clean drinking water, infrastructure development, and uninterrupted supply of electricity and gas. Participants also stressed the importance of community-level outreach for the upcoming polio vaccination campaigns to ensure full coverage of children in remote settlements.
A significant part of the jirga centered on counterterrorism cooperation and local stability. Tribal elders reiterated their rejection of non-state militant elements and expressed full support for state institutions and security forces in efforts to eliminate terrorism from the region. Their collective stance reflected a growing emphasis on local cooperation in maintaining law and order and preventing militant influence in the area.
Officials noted that the security situation remains a key concern alongside developmental gaps, requiring a coordinated approach between civil administration, health departments, and law enforcement agencies. Authorities assured the participants that the issues raised would be forwarded to higher levels for immediate consideration.
The Commissioner directed relevant departments to strengthen coordination with tribal leadership, particularly in structuring the polio campaign at the community level, and emphasized the need for an integrated approach involving health officials, district administration, and security agencies.
The jirga concluded with a renewed commitment from both state officials and tribal elders to work together for stability, development, and sustained efforts against terrorism in the region.
