KP Chief Minister Sohail Afridi condemns firing incident targeting polio teams in Salarzai tehsil of Bajaur, where two police personnel were martyred. Read more.
Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sohail Afridi, on Monday expressed strong condemnation for the recent attack on anti-polio teams operating in the Salarzai tehsil of Bajaur district. This incident resulted in the tragic loss of two police personnel who were deployed to provide security during the operation.
In a statement issued by his office, Afridi emphasized that such acts of violence against health workers are unacceptable and vowed to take stringent measures against those responsible for any such attacks. He also requested the provincial government's investigative team to thoroughly examine the circumstances surrounding the incident and submit a detailed report within the next 48 hours.
The Chief Minister urged all stakeholders in the region, including local authorities and community leaders, to work together towards ensuring the safety of health workers and maintaining peace and stability. He reiterated the importance of cooperation between security forces and healthcare providers to combat polio effectively.
This incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by vaccination teams in inaccessible areas, highlighting the need for continued support from various sectors to protect these vital public health initiatives.
