The district administration on Thursday imposed Section 144 in the districts of South Waziristan Upper and South Waziristan Lower due to rising security concerns and to facilitate the movement of logistics for security forces.
The move aims to ensure public safety, maintain law and order, and facilitate the uninterrupted operational movement of security personnel.
South Waziristan Upper Deputy Commissioner Asmatullah Wazir confirmed that Section 144 has been enforced in the tehsils of Sarvekai and Sararogha from 6am to 6pm. During this period, all movement will be strictly prohibited, and all markets and commercial centres will remain closed.
The affected routes include Makin, Sararogha, Kot Kai and Spinkai Raghzai up to Nazar Khel. Additionally, the route from Dargai Bridge through Madi Jan, Sheen Warsak and Moley Khan Sarai to Chagmalai will also remain closed.
Officials said in the statement that residents have been instructed to stop their vehicles at least 50 metres before approaching security forces and to ensure that all passengers exit the vehicle if required. The deputy commissioner emphasised that violators will be held personally accountable and that strict compliance with security directives is mandatory.
Meanwhile, South Waziristan Lower Deputy Commissioner Musarat Zaman announced that Section 144 has also been enforced in various parts of Wana. The curfew, effective from 6am to 6pm, prohibits all non-essential movement. The measure comes in response to security threats and the movement of security forces.
Officials said that restricted routes include Wana, Taiarza Gate, Karb Kot, Tanai, and Azizabad Chowk up to Dargai Bridge. Movement is only allowed for emergency purposes with prior permission from police or security forces and submission of valid identification and travel documents.
The deputy commissioner urged citizens to strictly adhere to security instructions and avoid non-essential travel. Any violation will be the sole responsibility of the individual concerned.
During Section 144 enforcement in both districts, only approved emergency movement will be permitted. Citizens are advised to cooperate fully with security forces, remain patient, and avoid any activities that may compromise public safety. Markets, shops, and commercial centres will remain closed to maintain law and order.
Officials stressed that these measures are essential to maintain sustainable peace, support security operations, and ensure the safety of residents.
