STAFF REPORTER
PESHAWAR : A reconciliation has been reached between two related families in Rashid Garhi, Peshawar, following efforts by local jirga elders to resolve a longstanding dispute. Both parties forgave each other for the sake of Allah Almighty and pledged to live together in brotherhood, love, and harmony in the future.
A jirga was held under the leadership of Amanullah Khan, Emir and President of the Hassan Khel Mohmand community. Prominent elders, community leaders, and members of both parties attended the gathering. The first party was represented by Haji Raza Khan and Waris Khan, while the second party included Taj Muhammad, Muhammad Nabi, Ghulam Nabi, and others.
The jirga elders included Haji Muhammad Iqbal, Haji Muhammad Rafiq, Haji Muhammad Hassan, Mir Salam Khan, Dwajan Hamid Khan, Haji Muhammad Zahir, Qadeem Khan, Muhammad Rahim, and other respected figures. After hearing the positions of both sides, the elders held a series of discussions and succeeded in resolving the differences and bringing the parties to an agreement on reconciliation.
Addressing the jirga, the elders said that stubbornness, ego, and hatred could not resolve problems. They emphasized that disputes could be settled through dialogue, tolerance, and the traditional jirga system. They also urged parents to give special attention to teaching their children good manners, tolerance, respect, and a spirit of brotherhood.
Both parties pledged to put their past grievances behind them and live together like brothers in the future. They also vowed not to allow any future disagreement to turn into hostility.
On the occasion, Amanullah Khan thanked both parties and the jirga elders for their efforts, saying that reconciliation and forgiveness help promote peace and brotherhood in society. He expressed hope that the two families would continue to live together with love and mutual respect.
The reconciliation in Rashid Garhi carries a positive message of peace, unity, and brotherhood for the area and demonstrates that mutual disputes can be resolved through dialogue and the traditional jirga process.
