Peshawar Division

Peshawar : ReNews Pakistan
Major thoroughfares in Dera Ismail Khan and Abbottabad that had been obstructed for several days due to PTI demonstrations were reopened, restoring critical access across regional networks. The blockages had severely impacted mobility, affecting trade, deliveries, and daily transport across local and intercity connections.
The disruptions had created bottlenecks along central highways and main intersections, halting the movement of goods vehicles and commuters alike. Following directives from provincial authorities and intervention by the High Court, barricades were removed and monitoring teams deployed to ensure safe passage on all affected routes.
Officials noted that uninterrupted access to these arteries is essential for urban operations, emergency services, and economic continuity. The clearance of routes is expected to normalize supply chains, facilitate business activity, and ensure that commercial hubs in both districts remain connected to major transit corridors.
Security and traffic management teams remain stationed at key points to maintain order and prevent future disruptions, highlighting the importance of preserving functional transport networks for urban and regional stability. Authorities have reiterated that any obstruction that threatens movement along main corridors will be addressed immediately to safeguard public access and operational continuity.

Peshawar : ReNews Pakistan
The district administration of Khyber has confirmed that the first phase of relocating families from the Maidan area of Tirah in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa has been completed and the second phase is currently in progress. Officials said this is part of a planned, phased operation to move residents from certain parts of the area.
According to local authorities, the initial phase involved the movement of a set number of households who were relocated to alternative sites designated by the administration. Security and civic teams coordinated the process to ensure orderly movement and access to basic services for those participating in the relocation.
The district administration emphasized that the operation is being carried out in a structured manner, with clear communication to residents and support mechanisms in place to address immediate needs such as shelter, food, and health services. Officials have also set up monitoring points and assistance units along key routes to support families and coordinate logistics during the transition to new locations.
Authorities said the second phase will continue in the coming days, with additional families scheduled to move according to an established timeline. The administration highlighted that the phased approach is intended to maintain stability, avoid congestion, and ensure that necessary facilities are available before each group is relocated.
Local representatives and civic groups have been engaged to help coordinate support efforts and ensure that the concerns of relocated families are heard and addressed. Meanwhile, district officials stated that humanitarian considerations remain central to the operation, and that they are working to minimize disruption to daily routines for those affected.
No specific figures on the number of families involved in the second phase have been released yet, but the administration reiterated its commitment to transparent communication as the operation progresses.

Peshawar | ReNews Pakistan
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced plans to vacate nine additional Afghan refugee camps in Peshawar, continuing a phased closure program across the province. The move aims to reclaim land, infrastructure, and public utilities previously used for long-standing settlements.
Officials said the closures are part of a coordinated federal and provincial effort to manage the refugee population, facilitate voluntary repatriation, and transfer camp facilities to district authorities for public and developmental use. The program aligns with the Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Plan, which seeks to regulate undocumented foreign nationals in Pakistan.
Earlier phases have seen 28 camps across Peshawar, Nowshera, Hangu, Kohat, Mardan, and Swabi districts shut down. Authorities have emphasized that the process is being carried out in an orderly and non-coercive manner, giving residents sufficient time to relocate and move their belongings.
Provincial officials said water, electricity, and other utilities in the camps will be systematically withdrawn once residents have vacated. The reclaimed land is expected to be used for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects, supporting regional development. Humanitarian groups, including the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), have welcomed the orderly approach but stressed that repatriation must remain voluntary and dignified, in line with international norms.
Officials confirmed that district administrations will coordinate closely with residents to ensure minimal disruption while executing the camp closures. The latest phase marks a significant step in the government’s long-term plan to streamline refugee management while making land available for public and economic purposes.