Celebration of DC’s transfer: FIR filed against resident for aerial firing

Syed Adnan

PESHAWAR: In a concerning turn of events, an FIR (First Information Report) has been lodged against a resident of Orakzai for engaging in aerial firing to mark the transfer of the Deputy Commissioner of Orakzai district. The incident has sparked discussions about the performance and reception of the outgoing Deputy Commissioner.

The act of celebratory gunfire, though often seen as a traditional practice in some regions, has raised eyebrows due to its potential dangers and legal implications. According to sources, the firing occurred in the vicinity of the district headquarters, alarming local residents and authorities.

This incident has shed light on the sentiments within the community regarding the performance of the outgoing Deputy Commissioner. The fact that residents resorted to such measures to express their emotions suggests dissatisfaction with the administration’s handling of affairs in the district.