PM Shehbaz reviews Rs160bn Khyber Pakhtunkhwa package at security meeting
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reviewed implementation of a Rs160 billion federal package for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa at a high-level meeting in Islamabad, sources said. The meeting also covered the province's security situation.
- The prime minister chaired a high-level meeting on security, with a focus on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- He announced Rs160 billion for the Badalta, Nikharta, Mazboot Khyber Pakhtunkhwa program, according to 24 News.
- Sources said the meeting considered Governor's Rule or a state of emergency in the province.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting in Islamabad on Tuesday to review the country's overall security situation, with particular attention to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to sources. Daily Jang reported that he also reviewed implementation of the federal Rs160 billion package for the province.
According to 24 News, the prime minister announced Rs160 billion for the Badalta, Nikharta, Mazboot Khyber Pakhtunkhwa program. Sources told the outlet that the federal government is committed to giving the people of the province all possible support.
The meeting was attended by senior civil and military officials, federal ministers and other relevant authorities. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi briefed participants on the measures taken so far, Daily Jang reported.
24 News reported that the meeting considered the possibility of imposing Governor's Rule or a state of emergency in the province. Participants discussed the internal security situation and reviewed ongoing measures to restore peace.
Security in 12 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was reviewed, including the performance of ARDC, according to Daily Jang. Sources said the meeting decided to expand the scope of intelligence operations for counter-terrorism.
The prime minister directed better coordination between federal, provincial and law enforcement agencies. Efforts would also be made to involve local communities and strengthen coordination among institutions.
Lasting peace, protection of lives and property, better governance and socioeconomic development were identified as national priorities. The meeting focused on development in education, health, employment, investment and infrastructure, and the federal government would continue supporting public welfare, job creation, economic opportunities and the addressing of grievances.
Why it matters
The package is meant to fund development and services in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a province facing serious security and governance problems. Residents may be affected by both the spending and the security decisions discussed.
