Pakistan, April 27 -- Efforts to restore peace in Kurram have made significant progress with tribal elders from Lower and Upper Kurram surrendering heavy weapons to authorities. This voluntary disarmament marks the first phase of the peace agreement signed earlier. Deputy Commissioner Kurram, Ashfaq Ahmed, confirmed that these measures are part of a broader plan to maintain peace and restore normalcy in the region.

The peace process, which began with a major agreement in Kohat, also led to the demolition of about 1,000 bunkers built by rival groups. The voluntary handover of weapons will continue across different areas in the coming days. Alongside disarmament, efforts are being made to reopen closed roads and provide relief to the local...