LAHORE: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has strongly criticized the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership, accusing the party of promoting chaos and divisive politics rather than adhering to democratic norms.
Addressing a press briefing in Lahore, the Governor stated that past administrations utilized the province as a staging ground to export unrest to other regions of the country. Dismissing the politics of confrontation, he asserted that eras of spreading hatred between provinces have come to an end. Taking a critical jab at the party’s internal structure and past policies, Kundi remarked that political governance must prioritize public welfare over instability.
KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi Discusses Anti-Terror Operations and Administrative Challenges
Shifting focus to security and governance, Governor Kundi reaffirmed the state’s uncompromising stance on counter-terrorism. He made it clear that intelligence-based operations will continue wherever terrorist elements are identified, emphasizing that ensuring a peaceful and prosperous Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remains an absolute priority.
Addressing local administrative issues, the Governor highlighted severe civic challenges within the provincial capital, revealing that approximately 11,000 manholes in Peshawar are currently missing covers, posing a serious safety hazard to residents. He also pointed out that municipal encroachments had previously been facilitated through corruption, prompting ongoing operations by local authorities to clear illegal structures.
Federal Development Package and Upcoming Performance Review
Expressing gratitude to the federal government, Governor Kundi acknowledged the allocation of a PKR 160 billion development package by the Prime Minister, describing it as a vital step toward regional progress and prosperity.
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Concluding his remarks, the Governor announced that he will hold a comprehensive press conference on November 11 to outline his administration’s performance, key policy initiatives, and administrative achievements over the past month.
