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KP Youth, Students Visit FC Headquarters Bala Hisar
PROVINCE REPORT
PESHAWAR: A group of youth and students from various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa visited the Frontier Corps (FC) Headquarters at the historic Bala Hisar Fort in Peshawar as part of an educational and awareness study tour.
During the visit, the participants toured different sections of the FC Headquarters and were briefed on the history, heritage and strategic importance of Bala Hisar Fort. They also received detailed information about the organizational structure, responsibilities and operational role of Frontier Corps KP (North) in maintaining peace and security across the province.
The visiting students described the tour as a meaningful and enriching experience, saying it provided them with a rare opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of the FC’s professional responsibilities, sacrifices and contributions to the country’s security. They remarked that such study visits help bridge the gap between institutions and the public while promoting awareness among the younger generation.
The participants highly appreciated the dedication, professionalism and sacrifices of Frontier Corps personnel in defending the country and maintaining peace. They expressed the hope that similar educational visits would continue in the future, as they play a vital role in fostering mutual trust, national unity and a stronger sense of patriotism among the youth.
National
Martyred Constable Laid to Rest with Full State Honours
Our Correspondent
Karachi: Police Constable Hassan Ali, who embraced martyrdom during an armed encounter with suspected robbers in Karachi’s District West, was laid to rest with full state honours after funeral prayers were offered at Police Headquarters Garden South on Tuesday. Senior police leadership, headed by IGP Sindh, joined the martyr’s family, fellow officers and citizens in offering funeral prayers.
Constable Hassan Ali was martyred on Monday night after sustaining fatal gunshot wounds during an exchange of fire with armed robbers near Liaquat Chowk within the jurisdiction of Pakistan Bazaar in District West.
During the funeral prayers, SSP West Tariq Elahi Mastoi presented a tribute to the fallen constable, highlighting his courage and unwavering commitment to duty. He described Hassan Ali as a fearless, honest and dedicated police officer who laid down his life while maintaining law and order.
Expressing profound grief and extending heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, IGP Sindh Javed Alam Odho said the martyrs of Sindh Police are the force’s greatest asset and a lasting source of pride. He emphasized that their sacrifices would never be forgotten and reaffirmed the department’s commitment to standing by the families of its fallen personnel.
Meanwhile, police disclosed the identities and criminal records of the two suspects killed during the encounter. The deceased were identified as Asif alias Bhaiya, son of Ghulam Muhammad and Muhammad Rashid alias Phatan, son of Abdul Sattar. According to police, Asif alias Bhaiya had previously been arrested for his alleged involvement in the 2021 martyrdom of Assistant Sub-Inspector Akram. Investigators have also obtained the previous criminal records of both suspects.
The two suspects were killed in the exchange of fire while Constable Hassan Ali sustained fatal injuries and embraced martyrdom in the line of duty. Police recovered two pistols with ammunition, spent bullet casings and the motorcycle allegedly used by the suspects during the encounter.
