Niazi

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Niazi (Pashto: نیازی ) is a famous Pashtun tribe with a rich history and culture. Niazi people currently live mainly in the Mianwali and Bhakkar districts of Punjab (Pakistan), Bannu and Kohat (togh sarai) districts of North-West Frontier Province and as well as in parts of Afghanistan. Some Niazis have also settled in Karachi and other cities such as Lahore. Niazi's can also be found in parts of Afghanistan and in Turkey.

Most Niazis speak the Mianwali dialect of which is influenced by Pashto. Niazi strictly observe Pashtunwali, the Pashtun code of honor. The Niazi tribe is an influential player in the politics of Pakistan especially Punjab. The Niazi tribe is divided into various sub-tribes and most Niazi's have settled in Mianwali which has three tehsils, Mianwali, Isa Khel and Piplan.


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