Date: October 22, 2026
Chitral (Chitral Express): In line with special directives from Malakand Regional Police Officer Zahid Nawaz, an important introductory meeting was held at the DPO Office in Balach under the chairmanship of Lower Chitral District Police Officer (DPO) Muhammad Khalid Khan. Newly appointed station house officers (SHOs) from various police stations attended.
The newly appointed SHOs of Arkari, Shoghore, Koghuzi and Rumbur police stations took part. They discussed the overall law-and-order situation in the area, eliminating drugs, preventing crime and traffic issues.
Giving clear instructions to the new SHOs, the Lower Chitral DPO said:
- Eliminating drugs: Carry out effective action without discrimination against drug dealers and the Saqi gang in their respective areas.
- Combating crime: Use all available resources to eliminate criminal elements and ensure lasting peace.
- Improving traffic: Enforce traffic laws strictly, with particular attention to preventing underage motorcyclists and taking concrete steps to protect citizens’ lives and property.
He further said that police officers should treat the public with courtesy, respect and a sense of responsibility. Complaints from people visiting police stations should be resolved without delay and strictly on merit so that “people-friendly policing” can genuinely be promoted.
DPO Muhammad Khalid Khan stressed that all SHOs must perform their professional duties with complete honesty, dedication to duty and transparency, so lasting peace can be established in the area and public confidence in the police further strengthened.
Source: Original Urdu report.
Muhammad Nayab Khan is a visionary leader, serial entrepreneur, and financial consultant with over a decade of professional experience in enterprise development, corporate branding, and digital infrastructure. Holding a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from the University of the Punjab, he serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Qashqar Pakistan and Pamir Network, while actively contributing as an Executive Body Member for the Chitral Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
As a certified QuickBooks Accountant and seasoned trainer, Nayab is deeply passionate about bridging the gap between traditional business operations and modern digital solutions. He has spearheaded numerous capacity-building and technical financial digitizing workshops, training enterprises and entrepreneurs on QuickBooks Desktop across Lahore and the Chitral District. Combining sharp financial acumen with versatile expertise in corporate branding, graphic design, and digital media, Muhammad Nayab is dedicated to empowering businesses, streamlining operations, and driving sustainable economic growth in Pakistan's SME sector.
