Government Authorises Pakistan Army Deployment in KP After Emergency

The federal government has authorised Pakistan Army troops and military assets to assist civil authorities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following the emergency proclamation.

According to details of the October 11, 2026 directive, the Interior Ministry approved the deployment under Article 245 of the Constitution.

Protection of Citizens and Government Installations

The stated responsibilities include safeguarding lives, property and government installations throughout the province.

The directive replaces earlier federal orders concerning the deployment.

Governor to Determine Requirements

No fixed troop strength or quantity of military assets has been specified. The KP governor will assess requirements in consultation with the Military Operations Directorate at General Headquarters.

The deployment is to remain effective for the duration of the proclamation issued under Articles 232 and 234. The reported order provides no separate end date.