- Five terrorists shot dead in Hangu operation.
- DPO Hangu shifted to Peshawar after injury.
- IG KP vows operations against militants will continue.
A fierce exchange of fire broke out between security forces and militants in the Shinawari Zargari area of Hangu, resulting in the deaths of five terrorists and injuries to District Police Officer (DPO) Muhammad Khalid.
DPO Khalid, who was leading the operation, sustained a gunshot wound during the clash and has been shifted to Peshawar for medical treatment, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Amjad Hussain said.
Inspector General (IG) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police, Zulfiqar Hameed, told reporters that several other militants were also injured in the exchange. He stated that DPO Khalid’s condition is stable and out of danger. “I’ve spoken to him, and his spirits remain high,” IG Hameed added.
The IG reaffirmed the police force’s commitment to continuing targeted operations against terrorists across the province.
Meanwhile, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a telephonic conversation with Hangu DPO Muhammad Khalid to inquire about his condition and commended his bravery and leadership.
“Under your command, the police team displayed immense courage and eliminated five terrorists of Fitna Al-Hindustan,” said Naqvi. He lauded the entire Hangu police team for their successful operation and described their action as a significant blow to terrorism.
The interior minister also offered prayers for the swift recovery of DPO Khalid and SHO Nabi Khan, who was also injured in the operation.
“You are the pride of the nation. We are proud of you,” he added.
