The mystery of identity of Afghan refugees in KP has taken a surprising turn after new findings exposed serious flaws in the identification system. Authorities discovered unusual cases where members of the same family hold different nationalities, creating confusion and concern.
In several areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Peshawar, officials found families where one sibling is registered as a Pakistani citizen while another is listed as an Afghan refugee. In some cases, a mother is Afghan and the father is Pakistani. There are also reports where two brothers have different legal identities. These findings have made the mystery of identity of Afghan refugees in KP even more complex.
Law enforcement agencies have now started a detailed review of records on a large scale. They are collecting data from markets, business centers, and residential areas to verify identities. The goal is to detect individuals who obtained Pakistani identity cards through illegal means.
Key areas under focus include Khyber Bazaar, Namak Mandi, Plastic Market, Peshawar Board, Nasir Bagh, Hayatabad, Ring Road, and Chowk Yadgar. Officials believe that some individuals changed their identity by using marriage records or business documents and submitted false information to the system.
Authorities confirmed that action will be taken against those holding fake documents. The verification process is being accelerated to resolve the mystery of identity of Afghan refugees in KP and to ensure transparency in the system.