PESHAWAR
\nThe parliamentary leader of the religio- political Majlis-e-Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) MNA Engineer Rahim Hussain has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating situation in Kurram district, which has been escalating since May 2023.
\nHe highlighted that the Chapri to Tatri Mengal road has remained closed since October 12, 2024, leading to a severe shortage of food and medicines, resulting in multiple deaths.
\nAddressing a press conference at the Peshawar Press Club (PPC), Eng. Rahim Hussain emphasized that while both Shia and Sunni communities in Kurram desire peace, a third force repeatedly disrupts stability, undoing months of peace efforts in mere moments.
\nHe accused the provincial government of inaction against anti-state sinister elements, suggesting they may be receiving support from unknown circles.
\nHe condemned the recent attack on a convoy in the restive Kurram, which occurred in the presence of government forces.
\n\u201cTerrorists attacked, injured drivers, and killed one person. Some vehicles were set on fire, others looted, while a helicopter monitored the scene, yet the perpetrators remained unchecked,\u201d he stated.
\nFurthermore, a video surfaced allegedly showing looted goods being loaded into a government vehicle, raising serious concerns, for which he demanded a thorough investigation.
\nDespite repeated assurances, Eng. Rahim Hussain lamented that government operations in Bagan have disproportionately affected poor families, while terrorist groups continue their activities unabated.
\n\u201cThese same terrorists are now issuing new threats, proving that previous operations were merely eyewash,\u201d he asserted.
\nHe urged the government to take immediate and decisive action, emphasizing that the Shia and Sunni communities wish to coexist peacefully.
\n\u201cInstead of driving us apart, the authorities should provide opportunities for unity and reconciliation. However, due to the negligence and indifference of the state, key issues remain unresolved,\u201d he said.
\nExpressing concern over the potential for a major tragedy, he warned that certain forces appear to be fueling conflict in Kurram. However, he affirmed that the people of Kurram have awakened and are determined to reject violence.
\nThe parliamentary leader of MWM demanded reopening of the Chapri to Trimengal road, ensuring safe passage for all, implementation of the peace agreement reached between the parties and unbiased action against all individuals involved in violence, regardless of affiliation.
\nHe also demanded of the provincial government to resolve land disputes in accordance with the Murree Agreement, property documents, and local customs.
\nEng. Rahim Hussain reiterated that the state must act seriously to restore peace in Kurram. \u201cThe people have suffered enough. It is time to let Kurram live in peace,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
PESHAWAR The parliamentary leader of the religio- political Majlis-e-Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) MNA Engineer Rahim Hussain has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating situation in Kurram district, which has been escalating since May 2023. He highlighted that the Chapri to Tatri Mengal road has remained closed since October 12, 2024, leading to a severe shortage of food […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":462646,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-462627","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-top-news"},"yoast_head":"\n