A police report on Tuesday revealed a worrying rise in terrorist activities across KP during the year 2025.
According to official data, a total of 1,588 terrorism-related cases were registered in 14 districts of the province.
The report states that 7,111 suspects have been nominated in these cases. The highest number of accused, 3,437 were nominated in cases registered in Bannu alone.
In terms of districts, North Waziristan recorded 181 incidents, Peshawar reported 163, while DI Khan registered 152 terrorism-related cases.
The number of nominated suspects in these districts stands at 887 in North Waziristan, 865 in Peshawar, while DI Khan also recorded a significant number of accused.
Police officials confirmed that Bannu remains the most affected district, while dangerous militant activities continue in North Waziristan and D.I. Khan as well.
Police emphasized that law enforcement agencies are continuously carrying out operations to curb terrorism and arrest those involved, in order to ensure peace and stability across the province.
Moreover, the provincial police force has asked the government to grant a special allowance to its personnel, which would cost around Rs4.2 billion per month.
Attacks on police personnel have increased by around 56 per cent during the current year.
In this regard, the Central Police Office (CPO) moved a summary to KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi.
The summary stated that the provincial government prioritised the enhancement of police capacity and welfare in view of militancy and security challenges.
“Due to the government’s focused efforts and effective administrative measures, not only has the law and order situation improved, but the government’s overall public image has also strengthened,” the summary read.
The summary further stated that special financial incentives, such as a militancy allowance, were being provided to police personnel in view of the grave risks, operational responsibilities, and constant exposure to threats they face on a routine basis.
It added that these measures were intended to boost the morale of the force and enable them to discharge their duties with greater confidence.
The summary further stated that KP police continuously confronted terrorists and insurgents, often at great personal risk, due to their role on the front lines.
“KP police have made countless sacrifices, including the loss of precious lives and serious injuries,” the document reads.
The department pointed out that police duty in the province remained extremely risky, and exposed personnel to the threats of bombings, targeted attacks and other violent activities carried out by extremist elements.
The summary stated that the special allowance would amount to Rs4.2bn per month.