Collective efforts for peace stressed.

LOWER DIR -- The police and civil society on Friday jointly observed 11th anniversary of the 2009 suicide blast at Timergara police lines that had left 15 worshippers dead and 27 others injured.

Speakers on this occasion stressed that all segments of society should make collective efforts for durable peace.

A suicide bomber had blown himself up near the police lines' mosque on Dec 18, 2009, after Friday prayers. The martyrs included one Shakil Ahmad whose relatives later founded Shakil Shaheed Development Organisation (SSDO), a welfare organisation that works for children of the martyrs in the district.

A function was arranged by SSDO at the police lines to mark the day. Social activists and police officials attended the function. A contingent of police officials presented a salute to the martyrs.

SSDO chief Imtiaz Ahmad and other activists laid floral wreaths on the martyrs' monument. Later, a walk was also held that was led by SP investigation Mushtaq Ahmad. The participants were carrying placards inscribed with slogans for peace and harmony.

On this occasion, Mr Imtiaz announced to set up a blood bank for patients in the district.

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