JUI-F expresses dissatisfaction over police probe into Maulana Idrees killing

A meeting of the general council of Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) held at Jamia Mahmoodia in Tangi/Tarngezai, Charsadda, has expressed serious dissatisfaction over the police investigation into the killing of prominent religious scholar Maulana Muhammad Idrees.

The meeting, chaired by district emir Maulana Dr Ilahi Jan, reviewed the investigation progress, the planned protest demonstration scheduled for Friday, and the party’s future course of action. Participants voiced concern over what they described as a lack of meaningful progress in the case even after three days have passed since the incident.

The council unanimously decided that if no significant development is reported by 10am on Friday, JUI-F Charsadda will proceed with its planned protest strategy. Leaders warned that continued silence over the targeted killings of religious scholars would not be tolerated, and failure to arrest the perpetrators could trigger a wider protest movement.

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The meeting also expressed gratitude to the people of Hashtnagar, particularly residents of Rajjar, Utmanzai, Tangi/Tarngezai, and Umarzai, for their support and hospitality to visiting delegations during this period of mourning.

Prayers were offered for the forgiveness and higher ranks of Maulana Idrees, while also expressing patience and strength for his bereaved family.

Meanwhile, a large condolence gathering for Maulana Idrees was held in Tangi/Tarngezai, drawing thousands of mourners from across the country. The area remained in deep grief, with emotional scenes witnessed throughout Thursday.

A wide range of participants attended the gathering, including religious scholars, political leaders, government officials, and thousands of followers. Prominent figures included KP Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah, JUI-F central leaders Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri and Atta-ul-Haq Darvesh, and several other political and religious personalities.

Attendees offered Fateha and extended condolences to the family, as the event reflected widespread sorrow over the killing of the respected scholar.