According to a statement attributed to the Presidency, the decision was taken in view of increasing terrorist attacks and the deteriorating law and order situation in the province. The statement cited attacks on government installations, critical infrastructure and law enforcement agencies, alleging that the provincial government had failed to effectively address terrorism and lawlessness.
Under the reported arrangement, the KP governor would exercise provincial government powers assigned by the federal government, while the chief minister, provincial ministers, advisers, special assistants and advocate general would be required to leave their offices.
The formal implementation of the measures is expected following the issuance of an official notification by the Presidency.
