In a recent shake-up within Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s police leadership, Akhtar Hayat has been removed from his role as Inspector General (IG) of the province. A formal notification confirming his removal has been issued. Following this change, Zulfiqar Hameed has been appointed as the new IG of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This reassignment is part of ongoing efforts by the provincial government to strengthen law enforcement and ensure effective policing.

The removal of Akhtar Hayat and the appointment of Zulfiqar Hameed come amidst growing expectations for improved security and police efficiency across the region. The transition is expected to bring new approaches to addressing law and order concerns in the province, especially with the rising challenges in maintaining peace.

The decision has drawn attention given the critical role of the IG in overseeing law enforcement operations in the region, and it is expected that Hameed’s leadership will focus on modernizing police operations, increasing community engagement, and tackling crime effectively.