The funeral prayers of Maulana Hamidul Haq, who was martyred in a suicide attack at Darul Uloom Haqqania, were offered on Saturday in the presence of thousands of attendees, including religious and political figures.
Former Jamaat-e-Islami chief Sirajul Haq, Afghan Consul General and prominent scholars and local dignitaries attended the funeral prayers.
The funeral was led by Maulana Abdul Haq Sani, son of the deceased, amid tight security measures.
A heavy police presence, walk-through gates, and thorough security checks were enforced at the entrance.
The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has registered a case against unidentified assailants at its Mardan police station.
The FIR, lodged on the complaint of Maulana Abdul Haq, includes terrorism and murder charges.
Authorities have appealed to the public for assistance in identifying the suicide bomber, announcing a reward of Rs500,000 for any valuable information.