Overview
- The order covers Swabi, Nowshera, Kohat, Karak and adjoining areas along the Indus and Kabul rivers.
- The ban, imposed under the CrPC, authorizes district administrations and police to seize machinery, vehicles and equipment used in violations.
- The provincial cabinet directed the Mines and Minerals Department to lead coordinated operations with support from local authorities.
- Authorities warned of potential resistance from well-funded organised groups and flagged risks of disputes, illegal transport and fuel smuggling.
- Separately, Pakistan Petroleum Limited reported to the PSX that its Baragzai X1 well in Kohat is producing 225 barrels of oil per day and 1.01 mmscfd of gas.