Schools have closed and bus services have been suspended in Pakistan’s northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following the imposition of emergency rule amid anti-government demonstrations and militant violence.
The emergency measures come amid protests by supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan and continuing security concerns in the region.
Residents say the restrictions have disrupted daily life, affecting access to education and public transportation.
“We are not safe in our own province,” protester Danyal Khan said, describing the concerns of demonstrators over the security situation.
The unrest comes against a backdrop of political tensions surrounding Khan, whose supporters have continued to stage demonstrations against the government.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has also faced militant violence, adding to concerns about the safety of residents and the challenges confronting authorities.
The closures and transport suspension have left residents dealing with uncertainty as the emergency measures take effect. The duration of the restrictions and the timeline for a return to normal activities remain key concerns for affected communities.
The situation highlights the overlapping political and security challenges facing the province, where residents are calling for greater safety as authorities respond to protests and militant threats.
