PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has granted powers under the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) Ordinance, 1960, to all deputy commissioners across the province in view of the prevailing law and order situation.

In a statement posted on social media platform X, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi said the deputy commissioners had been empowered under Section 3(1) of the MPO Ordinance, 1960.

According to the governor, the move aims to ensure effective preventive action at the district level and reduce administrative delays.

He directed all deputy commissioners to exercise their powers under Section 3(1) of the MPO Ordinance strictly in accordance with the Constitution and the law.

Faisal Karim Kundi also stressed the need to strengthen coordination with law enforcement agencies, making it clear that the powers must not be misused under any circumstances.

He said ensuring peace, security and protection of the people remained his top priority.

It is worth mentioning that various measures are being taken to address the law and order situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following the imposition of governor's rule and an emergency in the province.