14 districts declared 'highly sensitive' ahead of Eidul Fitr in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has declared 14 districts as 'highly sensitive' and 10 others as 'sensitive' in view of potential security threats ahead of Eidul Fitr, according to official sources.

All law enforcement agencies, including police and Rescue 1122, have been placed on high alert across the province as authorities gear up to ensure maximum security during the festive period.

Leaves cancelled, special duty schedules issued

Official sources said that leaves of law enforcement personnel have been cancelled and special duty schedules have been issued to ensure robust security arrangements during the Eid holidays. Authorities have also announced enhanced security measures for Chand Raat, the moon sighting night that marks the end of Ramazan.

Additional personnel will be deployed in sensitive districts to maintain law and order, according to the sources.

Hospitals placed on emergency footing

In addition to security arrangements, hospitals across the province have been instructed to remain prepared for any emergency situation. Leaves of doctors, nurses and paramedical staff have also been restricted as part of the preparedness measures.

Steps have been taken to ensure the availability of medicines and necessary medical supplies in health facilities across the province, the sources added.

Comprehensive security plan

The measures reflect the provincial government's efforts to address security concerns during the Eidul Fitr celebrations, with a comprehensive plan covering both law enforcement and healthcare readiness. The designation of 14 districts as highly sensitive and another 10 as sensitive underscores the scale of the security challenge faced by the province ahead of the festivities.

Leaves of police personnel have also been cancelled as part of the broader security arrangements in the province. The deployment of additional forces in sensitive areas is aimed at preventing any untoward incidents during the celebrations.

The KP government's decision to place both security and health services on alert reflects a coordinated approach to ensuring public safety during one of the most significant religious festivals in the country. The enhanced measures come amid a broader security environment in the province that has necessitated heightened vigilance during major public gatherings and events.