Two security personnel at a local hotel tragically lost their lives, apparently succumbing to asphyxiation while asleep in a room where coal was being burned in Nathia Gali.
The incident came to light when the lifeless bodies of the watchmen were discovered within the hotel premises. Preliminary investigations conducted by rescue teams suggest that the cause of death may be attributed to the presence of toxic gas, likely resulting from the burning of coal in the confined space of the room.
The identities of the deceased, who were natives of the Mansehra district, remain unconfirmed. Their bodies were promptly transported to the hospital for postmortem examinations in order to ascertain the precise cause of their untimely demise.
Authorities are actively conducting a thorough inquiry into this unfortunate event.
Interior Minister Sarfraz Bugti Resigns, Cites Personal Reasons
Meanwhile, Caretaker Interior Minister Sarfraz Ahmed Bugti has tendered his resignation from the position, with reports suggesting his intention to join the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) ahead of the 2024 general elections.
The resignation, submitted on December 13, was reportedly accepted by Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar, marking Bugti’s departure from the caretaker cabinet. This move aligns with a broader trend of political realignments and resignations by officials as the country prepares for the upcoming elections scheduled for February 8, 2024.
In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of Pakistan has intervened in the Lahore High Court’s (LHC) decision, which suspended the appointment of Returning Officers (ROs) and District Returning Officers (DROs) from the bureaucracy. The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to promptly issue the election schedule, underscoring the importance of adhering to the established timeline.
