DCs Granted Arrest and Detention Powers in KP

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has officially granted deputy commissioners the authority to order arrests and detentions under Section 3(1) of the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) Ordinance, 1960. This delegation of powers was formalized through a notification from the Home and Tribal Affairs Department, mandating prompt action by DCs upon receiving cases from district police officers. This significant decision comes in the wake of an emergency declaration in the province and the removal of the PTI government on October 11, aiming to streamline administrative processes and ensure swift measures for maintaining law and order. Governor Kundi has emphasized that these powers must be exercised strictly within constitutional and legal bounds, issuing a stern warning against any potential misuse of authority. The government's primary objective remains the assurance of public peace, safety, and security across the province.