Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi Announces Protest Against Provincial Government

Addressing lawyers at the Peshawar High Court Bar Room, Kundi strongly criticized the provincial government's performance, accusing it of failing to protect the rights of farmers, government employees, and local representatives.

"Sit-ins and strong demonstrations will take place after Eid; we will fight for our rights," says Kundi

Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, has announced a protest against the provincial government, vowing to take to the streets after Eid. "We will stage sit-ins and intensify our struggle for our rights," he declared.

Addressing lawyers at the Peshawar High Court Bar Room, Kundi strongly criticized the provincial government's performance, accusing it of failing to protect the rights of farmers, government employees, and local representatives.

He further stated that he would highlight these issues through protests to inform the people of the province about how their rights were being neglected. Kundi also took a jab at the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), saying that before attempting to unite political parties, PTI should first establish unity within its ranks. 

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Addressing concerns over corruption and mismanagement in the province, he emphasized the need for transparency in job appointments and TMA (Tehsil Municipal Administration) procurements.

Concerns Over Water Share and Law and Order

The governor expressed dissatisfaction with the federal government regarding Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's water share, stating that the province was not receiving its fair share. He also raised alarms over the deteriorating law and order situation, highlighting that criminals were openly kidnapping citizens in broad daylight. "Ensuring citizens' security is the state's fundamental responsibility," he asserted.

Despite his criticism, Kundi acknowledged an improvement in the situation in Kurram and the newly merged tribal districts. He urged political parties to set aside their differences and work collectively for the province's development. Expressing disappointment over prolonged electricity outages, he pointed out the irony that despite Khyber Pakhtunkhwa producing the cheapest electricity in the country, it faces the worst load-shedding.

Afghanistan Relations and PM’s Intervention Sought

Governor Kundi stressed the need to strengthen relations with Afghanistan, warning that abandoned weapons in Afghanistan were now being used against Pakistan’s security forces. He called on the Prime Minister to visit Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and personally assess the province’s challenges.

"Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is rich in natural resources, and its people are determined to achieve progress and prosperity. The Prime Minister must step in and help resolve the province’s pressing issues," he concluded.