Action taken against Kalam hotel for late night parties
SWAT: Police on Sunday arrested hotel management after local people complained about loud late-night music parties in Palogah, Kalam area. The action was taken after social media posts circulated alleging that loud music and a late-night party were being held at a local hotel in Palogah, Kalam, prompting locals to demand immediate action from the DIG Malakand and DPO Swat. Taking immediate notice…
Police apprehended hotel management in Kalam's Palogah area following complaints about late-night music parties, according to a report published in Dawn on August 24th, 2026. The incident came to light after social media posts alleged that loud music and a party were taking place at a hotel in Palogah, prompting locals to demand swift action from the DIG Malakand and DPO Swat.
In response to the matter, DPO Bar Swat Mushtaq Ahmad issued legal action against the resort owner for hosting an unauthorized party without proper permission from the district administration or police, as well as for breaching noise regulations. Furthermore, the DPO ordered the immediate suspension of the Kalam police station's SHO, demanding an explanation for his failure to inform senior officers about the situation and his lack of prompt action to curb the alleged unauthorized activity.
Residents expressed concern over the poorly managed and unregulated riverside construction in the area, stating that heavy and frequent construction along riverbanks was not only damaging the natural environment but also spoiling the scenic beauty of the Swat Valley. The residents called for stricter enforcement of construction regulations and effective measures to safeguard the valley's natural landscape.
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