Authorities have imposed Section 144 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan district, resulting in the closure of all entry and exit routes, local officials confirmed on Sunday. According to an official notification, Section 144 will remain in force from 5:00am to 7:00pm across the district. During this period, restrictions will apply to public movement, and all internal and external roads have been sealed to ensure strict implementation of the order. Officials said the temporary restrictions are aimed at maintaining law and order and ensuring security operations can be carried out without disruption. Local administration officials emphasized that the restrictions are precautionary in nature and will be lifted once the designated time period ends.

Source: The Patriot January 04, 2026 08:36 UTC