Peshawar, December 9, 2025: Amid a sharp rise in militant attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the provincial police have formally requested the government to grant a special allowance to personnel, a move that would cost the exchequer around Rs4.2 billion per month.
According to official data, attacks on police personnel have increased by about 56 per cent during the first 11 months of the current year. In this context, the Central Police Office (CPO) has moved a summary to Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, seeking approval for a special militancy allowance.
The summary stated that, in view of persistent militancy and security challenges, the provincial government has prioritised strengthening police capacity and welfare. It noted that focused government efforts and effective administrative measures have not only improved the law and order situation but have also enhanced the government’s overall public image.
Highlighting the risks faced by the force, the document said special financial incentives, such as a militancy allowance, were essential given the grave dangers, operational responsibilities and constant exposure to threats faced by police personnel on a daily basis. The proposed measures, it added, are aimed at boosting morale and enabling the force to perform its duties with greater confidence.
The summary further pointed out that KP police remain on the front lines against terrorists and insurgents, often at great personal risk, and have made significant sacrifices, including the loss of lives and serious injuries. Police duty in the province, it said, continues to be extremely hazardous due to threats of bombings, targeted attacks and other forms of extremist violence.
Despite the challenging security environment, the document noted, KP police personnel across all cadres are currently performing high-risk duties without any additional financial incentive. It proposed that a special allowance equivalent to one basic pay be granted to all ranks of the provincial police.
“The provision of this allowance will not only recognise the extraordinary services and sacrifices of KP police but will significantly enhance their morale, efficiency and motivation in carrying out critical security operations across the province,” the summary said, adding that the total cost of the allowance would be Rs4.2bn per month.
Data included in the summary showed that up to December 1 this year, 137 KP police personnel were martyred and 236 injured in 510 incidents. During the corresponding period last year, 147 personnel were martyred in 327 attacks. Officials said casualties declined by seven per cent this year due to improved fortification of check posts and police stations, as well as the up-armouring of vehicles.
Police officials also reported a 102 per cent increase in the number of militant attacks repelled at police installations. The force successfully repelled 320 attacks during the current year, compared to 158 last year, reflecting improved training, rapid response capabilities and effective operational strategies.
In addition, the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted 2,791 intelligence-based operations during the first 11 months of the year, arresting 1,244 terrorists and killing 420 — increases of 61 per cent and 43 per cent, respectively. The CTD also apprehended 25 high-value targets during this period.
Meanwhile, on Monday, Chief Minister Sohail Afridi handed over newly procured armoured vehicles, modern weapons and advanced security equipment to the police at a ceremony held at the Malik Saad Shaheed Police Lines.
According to an official statement, the equipment includes drones, anti-drone guns and systems, thermal cameras, jammers, body armour, ballistic helmets, armoured vehicles, sniper rifles, Dragunov marksman rifles, M-16 rifles, sub-machine guns, heavy machine guns and other modern security tools.
