Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi visited Hangu on Thursday to offer condolences to the families of police personnel killed in a recent terror attack [1].

The visit signals the provincial government's commitment to security forces in the region following a surge of violence. By meeting directly with the bereaved families, the Chief Minister aims to bolster morale among the police force and reaffirm state support for those operating in high-risk areas.

Afridi met with the families to express his grief and pledge the full support of the government [1]. The Chief Minister said that the state would not allow terrorism to undermine the peace and stability of the province.

During the visit, the Chief Minister said that the fight against terrorism would be unrelenting [1]. He highlighted the sacrifices made by the police personnel, describing them as martyrs who died in the line of duty.

The security situation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa has remained a focal point for the provincial administration. The recent attack in Hangu underscores the ongoing threats faced by law enforcement agencies as they attempt to maintain order in the region [1].

Afridi reiterated that the government remains dedicated to eradicating militants from the area. He said that the province will continue to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of its citizens, and the security of its personnel [1].

“the fight against terrorism would be unrelenting”

The Chief Minister's visit to Hangu serves as a strategic gesture of solidarity with the police force during a period of volatility. By framing the losses as martyrdom and pledging an 'unrelenting' fight, the administration is attempting to maintain the legitimacy and resolve of the security apparatus against insurgent threats in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa.