An improvised explosive device (IED) detonated at the residence of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) MPA Dr Hamid ur Rehman in Bajaur’s Khar area early Thursday morning, causing significant property damage but no loss of life, police confirmed.
The device, planted at the gate of the lawmaker’s home near District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital, exploded around 4.50am.
According to officials, Dr Rehman—who also serves as Chairperson of the District Development Advisory Committee (DDAC) from PK-19—was not present at the time.
Police sources said the powerful blast destroyed the entrance gate of the house. A police team reached the site soon after and collected forensic evidence. A formal investigation has been launched.
In a statement to media, Dr Rehman expressed relief that no one was harmed. “Thank God everyone is safe. The One who protects is greater than those who wish to harm. May Allah keep us safe from such incidents,” he said.
He vowed to continue his public service. “God willing, I will keep working for peace and development in my area.”
Yesterday, it was announced that security forces will conduct intelligence-based operations (IBOs) to eliminate militant threats in Bajaur while aiming to minimise civilian suffering, officials said.
The gathering was convened in response to a recent wave of terrorist attacks in Bajaur that have claimed multiple civilian lives over the past two months.
The jirga brought together senior government and police officials, military representatives, political figures from Bajaur, tribal elders, and religious scholars to discuss the deteriorating security situation in the region.
Officials at the meeting pledged that Bajaur would be cleared of militancy to make way for long-term stability, prosperity, and sustainable development.
The security forces assured that upcoming operations would be precise and intelligence-driven to avoid unnecessary hardship for the local population.
