National ( The cow news digital )
PESHAWAR — The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government is preparing for a top-level security leadership change, with Inspector General of Police (IGP) Zulfiqar Hameed expected to be replaced in the coming days, official sources confirmed.
The provincial government has formally submitted a panel of three senior police officers to the federal government for final selection and approval. According to high-ranking administrative sources, the Establishment Division is reviewing the proposed candidates, and an official notification regarding the new appointment is anticipated shortly.
Zulfiqar Hameed’s tenure as the police chief of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa comes at a crucial time when the province continues to navigate severe law and order challenges, particularly in the merged tribal districts and southern belts. While the exact reasons behind the impending transfer have not been officially disclosed, administrative reshuffles of this nature are routine practice to align security strategies with current provincial priorities.
The incoming police chief will inherit a complex security landscape. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police have been at the forefront of counter-terrorism efforts, frequently facing targeted attacks while maintaining public order. Strengthening intelligence networks, enhancing personnel safety, and improving police capacity in high-risk zones will be immediate priorities for the new appointee.
Officials familiar with the development noted that the federal government is expected to finalize the decision after consulting key stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of command in the sensitive province.
