Introduction

Mianwali is the capital city of Mianwali District in the north-west of Punjab province, Pakistan. The city lies between Latitude (DMS): 32° 34' 60 N and Longitude (DMS): 71° 32' 60 E (Degrees, minutes and seconds).In November 1901, North West Frontier Province was carved out of Punjab and present day towns of Mianwali, Isa Khel, Kalabagh, and Kundian were separated from Bannu District (NWFP)and hence a new district was made with the headquarters in Mianwali city and placed in Punjab.The municipal committee was made in December 1903 and remained operational since then until the introduction of Tehsil Municipal Administration system.Famous for its brave and strong willed people that constitute a greater part in Pakistan Army. The Niazis, a Pathan tribe (famous for bravery and vendettas) currently control the politics and other issues of governance of the area. 70% of the population is of Afghan origin.