Friday, September 11, 2009

500 Khasadars quit service for fear of extremists

500 Khasadars quit service for fear of extremists PESHAWAR: Political Agency of Khyber Agency Friday confirmed that at least 500 personnel of Khasadar force abandoned their duties for fear of extremists.

According to Geo News correspondent, Political Agent Tariq Hayat said the Khasadars who do not report on duty by tomorrow would be dismissed from service.

Tariq said important targets in Bara operation have been achieved; subsequently, the army has left Bara and Frontier Corps contingents have taken over.

Tariq Hayat Khan said 107 extremists have been killed and 120 others arrested during Bara Operation, adding 127 houses of the extremists and 15 centers have been destroyed.

Two important commanders were also killed in the operation, he added.

Mangal Bagh, Amir of outlawed Lashkar-e-Islam will have to unconditionally surrender himself to the forces, he said ruling out negotiations with the militants.

The PA said the operation will continue until the acquisition of the targets, adding Bara Market has been opened and curfew there will be relaxed from 11am to evening. link..

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