SHANGLA: Security forces moved into Shangla district Saturday after reported activities of militants in parts of the region.

Troops were also marching into Khawazakhela and other parts of the troubled Swat Valley, an indication that perhaps a major show down is in the offing in the valley.

A short term curfew was imposed in the Alpuri Tehsil of Shangla District after security forces moved into the area, well-placed sources told DawnNews.

Sources and eyewitnesses said security forces had reached the Shangla Top for onward deployment at some important sites in Alpuri, headquarter of Shangla district.

Militants have also kidnapped a number of people in Shangla besides killing a local government representative.

Earlier, in Swat, local Taliban kidnapped tehsil municipal officer Rozi Raheem along with his son from Mingora's Sharifabad area, officials told DawnNews.