ISLAMABAD: The federal government has approved the deployment of the Pakistan Army in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under Article 245 of the Constitution to assist the civil administration in maintaining law and order.
According to the decision, the army will support provincial authorities in protecting lives, property and government installations amid security challenges across the province.
The authorised deployment will remain in effect for as long as the relevant proclamation, dated October 11, 2026, remains in force.
The move aims to strengthen security arrangements and enhance coordination between the military and civil administration. The army will provide assistance within the scope of the authorised deployment.
The development comes as authorities continue efforts to address law-and-order challenges and maintain public safety across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
