The four-day-long sit-in by Lakki Marwat police officers at Taja Zai Chowk finally ended late last night, bringing relief to commuters and residents. The successful conclusion of the negotiations was made possible by the vital role played by the elders of the Marwat Qaumi Jirga, including Akhtar Munir Khan, Naseer Muhammad Khan Medad Khel, Hidayatullah Khan Isak Khel, and others.
With the negotiations ending positively, the Peshawar-Karachi Indus Highway, which had been blocked for four days, was reopened to traffic. Vehicles that had been stranded for miles were allowed to resume their journey, providing much-needed relief to hundreds of commuters.
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During his address after the protest, Khalid Khan, one of the organizers, expressed gratitude to the Marwat Qaumi Jirga and the district administration. He announced an agreement between the protesters' negotiation committee, the Marwat Qaumi Jirga, and the administration had been reached. As per the agreement, the administration will devise a plan within six days to withdraw the Pakistan Army from Lakki Marwat, as demanded by the protesters. The local police will be empowered, equipped with armored vehicles, and provided with modern resources. There will be no external interference in arrests related to suspected individuals or terrorists, and special care will be provided for any officers injured during operations.
Additionally, it was agreed that no disciplinary action would be taken against any police officers or civilians involved in the sit-in. Khalid Khan concluded his address with a clear warning: if the terms of the agreement are not implemented, the police will resume their protest.
