Enmities in Pashtun Society  

The latest episode of Ranra (light) focused on the causes and solution of enmities, which provoke youngsters to indulge in criminal activities by default.

Lack of tolerance is the major reason for the initiation of enmity, as it can start on very petty issues. Role of elders in resolving issues is of paramount importance as old customs and traditions of tribal areas along with misunderstandings can lead to severe animosities between people of different tribes. One should follow the teaching of Islam and social media can be used for promoting awareness campaigns.  Most of the time it’s the eruption of family enmities that lead the youngsters towards crime along with their fascination and love for weapons. Jirga system to resolve such issues must be revived. Moreover, the program highlighted the adverse role of enmities on females and children, as they suffer the most in enmities between families primarily as pawns.

Mr. Ihsan Dawar, a Tribal journalist and Writer, took part as a studio guest in the show.

Mr. Dawar stated that, “We should educate our children to derive knowledge and wisdom from it. This will keep away the darkness of ignorance. Secondly, we should promote patience in ourselves and not take everything seriously that could lead to scuffling or argument.”

A radio report was made part of the radio program. The report contained the comments of a person named Mr. Iftikhar Khan, who also had an enmity and how he suffered due to it.

4 listeners took part in the program through text messages and one caller also participated. They advised the youngsters to be patient in every situation.

About Sabawoon:

Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input from government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA regions. Jwandai Jazbey airs on Wednesday and deals with issues of relevance to, and significance for, youth, students and women. Socio-cultural affairs are discussed in Ranra on Thursday.