Afghan Biographies

Zadran, Abdul Raof


Name Zadran, Abdul Raof
Ethnic backgr. Pashtun
Date of birth
Function/Grade SHAMSHAD Private Military Company
History and Biodata

SHAMSHAD Private Military Company:
Shamshad belongs to Abdul Raof Zadran, son of Padsha Khan Zadran, the former governor of Paktia province and now a member of parliament. His brother, Abdul Wali Zadran, is district governor of Wazi Zadran district in Paktia province. Shamshad escorts the foreign convoys on the Khost-Gardez highway. Interviewed by Killid, Abdul Raof said he was considering increasing the number of guards and expanding the company. He says he has no connections with the Taliban nor any plans to deal with them. Shamshad has no official permit, but Zadran says he has received a temporary permit from Paktia province.

Last Modified 2011-05-17
Established 2010-08-23