A strong wave of public anger has emerged in Charsadda against the violent activities of Fitna al-Khawarij and the targeting of religious scholars by militant groups.
Residents in different parts of the district have publicly expressed their outrage by writing condemnatory slogans on posters and sketches of militant leader Noor Wali Mehsud displayed on city walls.
Reaction After Killing of Religious Scholar
According to reports, tensions and public frustration intensified following the tragic martyrdom of prominent religious scholar Maulana Sheikh Idris.
Local residents stated that those who shed innocent blood in the name of religion deserve no sympathy or justification.
Religious Leaders’ Statements Fuel Campaign
In recent days, public condemnation campaigns against Khawarij groups have gained momentum after leading religious figures, including JUI-F chief Fazlur Rehman and other scholars, issued strong statements against militant violence.
Slogans written across walls reportedly declared that “terrorism in the name of Islam is unacceptable.”
Citizens Reaffirm Support for Peace
Residents said attacks on mosques, seminaries, and senior scholars have demonstrated that such elements have no connection with Islam or humanity.
Citizens also reaffirmed their support for peace, stating that they stand alongside state institutions and security forces against terrorism and extremist violence.
