Amid a surge in terrorist threats, Pakistani officials have activated Section 144 in South Waziristan’s Upper and Lower districts, instituting a strict daytime curfew to reclaim control. The tribal region’s security landscape has worsened dramatically, with militant activities spiking and endangering communities across the province.
Announced by district heads, the restrictions run from 6 AM to 6 PM, banning traffic on specified roads, closing shops, and limiting gatherings to aid law enforcement and military maneuvers. South Waziristan Upper’s DC Asmatullah Wazir pinpointed Sarwekai and Sararoga tehsils, with blockades on routes from Sarrogha, Kot Kai, Makin, Spinkai Raghzai to Nazar Khel, plus the Dargai Bridge line through Madi Jan, Sheen Warsak, Mole Khan Sarai, and Chagmalai.
Parallel actions in Lower South Waziristan by DC Musarrat Zaman cover Wana’s key points: Taryaza Gate to Karb Kot, Tanei, Azizabad Chowk, and Dargai Bridge. Exceptions apply solely to urgent cases with official nods, IDs, and permits.
These protocols prioritize public safety and operational efficiency for forces combating insurgents. Zaman called on locals to follow guidelines, avoid non-essential trips, and assist security teams. As Pakistan grapples with resurgent extremism in its northwest, such curfews represent a critical tactic in a broader strategy to dismantle terror networks and restore peace to long-suffering areas.