PLC Reviews Proposed Amendments to Anti-Terrorism Act 1997
PESHAWAR, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - August 19, 2026) A meeting of the Provincial Legal Committee held here on Wednesday with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Law, Human Rights and Parliamentary Affairs Aftab Alam in the chair, reviewed key legal and administrative matters, including proposed amendments to the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Service Tribunal (Amendment) Bill, 2026, and a court case concerning construction of a tehsil building in Battagram.
Key Reviews:
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Anti-Terrorism Act Amendments: The committee discussed proposed extensions to legal deadlines as per federal government directives. This includes extending periods from seven days to six months and from 15 days to 30 days, as well as extending the appeal filing period.
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Service Tribunal (Amendment) Bill, 2026: The committee reviewed the bill, focusing on its implications for government employees. The Secretary Human Resource Management Department, Secretary Law Department, and other officials participated.
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Battagram Tehsil Building Case: A separate meeting addressed Writ Petition No. 397-A/2025 regarding the construction of the tehsil building in Battagram. Advisor to the Chief Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Taj Muhammad Tarand and relevant department officials attended. The meeting reviewed the case status, provincial government position, and potential legal and administrative solutions.
Minister Aftab Alam emphasized the government's priorities of aligning provincial laws with modern requirements, resolving legal complexities promptly, and ensuring effective legislation. He directed relevant authorities to carefully review all legal matters in accordance with the law and court orders and complete necessary actions without delay.