Tribal elders blame government for not enforcing the Kohat Peace Accord.
Kurram Agency continues to suffer from severe shortages as the main highway and the Pak-Afghan border crossing remain closed for the past four months, causing significant hardship for residents. Daily life and business activities have ground to a halt, exacerbating the district’s struggles.
Public transportation has been suspended for over two months, forcing residents to travel on foot for basic needs. Fuel shortages, along with a mobile network outage, have further hampered communication and daily activities.
The district is facing critical shortages of essential goods like flour and sugar, leading to skyrocketing prices. A bag of flour is now priced at 9,500 rupees, while sugar costs 11,000 rupees per bag.
Police have reported the arrest of several profiteers and have vowed to take action against those selling goods above the regulated prices. Meanwhile, tribal elders have pointed fingers at the government, accusing it of failing to implement the Kohat Peace Accord, which they believe should have led to the reopening of the roads. They are calling on the government to act swiftly and resolve the ongoing crisis.
