Bajaur: A sad incident occurred at Dama Dola, Mamoond Tehsil, where a bomb that was operated from far away blew up former Senator Hidayatullah’s car and killed five people.
The deceased included Malik Irfan, Naziruddin, Yar Muhammad, Samiur Rahman, and former Senator Hidayatullah. Who had gone to Dama Dola to support his nephew and candidate PK-22 Najeedullah in the election campaign?
Senator Hidayatullah Khan was a notable character who served in the Senate from 2012 to 2024. He was twice elected from Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and played vital roles in the House. Such as the Chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Defence.
Hidayatullah Khan originated from Nawagai and belonged to an influential political family. He was the younger brother of Engineer Shaukatullah Khan, the ex-governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. While he was also a nephew to Haji Bismillah Khan, formerly Member National Assembly.
This accident occurred when Senator Hidayatullah and his companions were returning after an election campaign at Dama Dola. Attackers targeted them en route back to headquarters, resulting in the loss of many lives.
As soon as news about the blast reached them. Various law enforcement agencies and emergency response teams arrived at their earliest convenience. There, they worked hard to make sure that. Medical teams swiftly admitted the injured to hospitals, ensuring proper burials for those who had died.
Politicians and people in general have strongly condemned this attack since it is, among other things, unbelievable. These include President Asif Ali Zardari, Chairman Pakistan People’s Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari; Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi; Governor KPK Faisal Karim Kundi; Chief Minister KP Ali Amin Gandapur; Senator Faisal Saleem; and former Speaker National Assembly Asad Qaiser.
This tragedy is a glaring sign that despite peace and democratic processes, there are still consistent challenges to security and stability in the region. As a result of this, politicians and their supporters face danger while conducting campaigns, particularly in volatile areas.
The death of Senator Hidayatullah Khan and others who died during this attack reminds us of the sacrifices made by public servants and democrats in Pakistan. We will honor their contributions to their communities.
Investigations into the bombing are ongoing as authorities focus on finding the criminals involved and bringing them to justice. There have been calls from different quarters for more security measures during political activities, including meetings to protect participants.
This situation has caused profound shock and grief across the country’s political circles. President Asif Ali Zardari, Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi, Governor KP Faisal Karim Kundi, Chief Minister KP Ali Amin Gandapur, Senator Faisal Saleem. Former Speaker of the National Assembly, Asad Qaiser, also expressed deep sadness about the act.
Despite mourning, political leaders and the people themselves are determined not only to fight such acts of terrorism but also to protect against them. What Senator Hidayatullah Khan et al. Fought for throughout their lives: democracy. This will go down as a testament to their bravery and commitment towards a brighter future for Pakistan.
