1976 Dir rebellion

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1976 Dir revolt refers to a rebellion by Kohistani tribesmen against the government of Pakistan from 3 September to 10 September 1976. The rebellion was suppressed and stabilised government control over the area.

1976 Dir rebellion
Date 3 September 1976 - 10 September 1976 Location Dir state Result Pakistani victory Suppression of rebellion
Belligerents
Pakistan Dir Levies	Dir rebels
Commanders and leaders
Z.A Bhutto	Unknown
Units involved
Pakistan Army XI Corps Armoured corps Artillery regiment Engineer corps  Pakistan Air Force Dir Levies	Sultan Khel Paidan Khel
Strength
~10000	~2000
Casualties and losses
~120 killed	~180 killed