KHAR, Feb 24: At least 32 militants laid down arms and surrendered to the security forces in Mamond tehsil of Bajaur tribal agency on Thursday.

In charge of military operation in Warr Mamond, Maj Kamran, told journalists that the militants surrendered unconditionally.

He said that they also included four local commanders.

Sources said that the surrendered militants were wanted to the security forces for involvement in terrorist activities.

They said that a huge cache of weapons and explosives was also recovered during a search operation in Warr Mamond area.