RPO Malakand Zahid Nawaz Marwat Visits Bajaur, Reviews Security -

Anwar Zada Gulyar

BAJAUR: Regional Police Officer (RPO) Malakand Region Zahid Nawaz Marwat visited Bajaur district, where he paid tribute to the martyrs of the police force at the Martyrs’ Memorial. He also held meetings with the Deputy Commissioner Bajaur, SP Counter Terrorism Department (CTD), and senior police officers to review the overall law and order situation, counterterrorism measures, and police performance.
On his arrival, DPO Bajaur Khan Zeb Mohmand, SP Investigation Ajmal Khan, and other police officers warmly welcomed the visiting officer. A well-disciplined police contingent also presented him with a guard of honour.
During the visit, RPO Zahid Nawaz Marwat laid a floral wreath at the Martyrs’ Memorial and paid tribute to the sacrifices of police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty. He also offered prayers for the elevation of their ranks and the peace and security of the country.
Later, he visited the office of the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD), where he held detailed discussions on the prevailing security situation, potential terrorist threats, intelligence-based operations, and strategies to counter terrorism. He directed the concerned departments to strengthen coordination and mutual cooperation, make effective use of available resources, and further improve security arrangements.
The RPO also met with the Deputy Commissioner Bajaur, where discussions focused on the overall situation in the district, maintenance of law and order, and strengthening institutional coordination between the district administration and police.
On the occasion, DPO Bajaur Khan Zeb Mohmand briefed the RPO in detail about crime prevention, timely provision of justice to citizens, improvements in the policing system, pending investigations, and measures to enhance the professional capacity of the police force.
RPO Zahid Nawaz Marwat directed police officers to make the protection of citizens’ lives and property their top priority, take indiscriminate action against criminal elements, and ensure respectful, courteous, and merit-based treatment of visitors at police stations.
He made it clear that injustice against citizens, unnecessary delays, and misuse of authority would not be tolerated. He also directed officers to conclude investigations promptly in accordance with merit and modern investigative standards, address public complaints without delay, and pay special attention to the training, welfare, and professional development of police personnel.
The RPO reaffirmed his commitment to continuing practical measures across all districts of Malakand Division to maintain law and order, ensure equal access to justice, and make the policing system more effective and public-friendly.
It is worth mentioning that since assuming office, RPO Malakand Zahid Nawaz Marwat has been visiting various districts to directly assess ground realities, interact with police officers and personnel, understand their challenges, and take necessary steps to improve police performance.