Special Assistant to Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkkhwa on Information and Public Relations Shafi Jan visited Pak-China Cultural Center in Peshawar on Monday. On the occasion, Center Administrator Amjad Aziz Malik, briefed the Special Assistant and gave him a tour of various sections of Pak China Window.

During the visit, Shafi Jan also distributed certificates among students who had completed training in digital media skills. Speaking on the occasion, he said that Pak-China friendship has always been enduring and China is Pakistan’s time-tested friend and close partner. He stated that China has consistently supported Pakistan’s economy through investments in various sectors. China has achieved exemplary progress across all sectors including agriculture, ” he added.

Emphasizing the importance of agriculture, he said that promoting the agricultural sector is essential to strengthening Pakistan economy and that the provincial government is working on the Lift Canal project to stabilize agriculture in the province.

Shafi Jan appreciated the role of China Window Peshawar in promoting Pak-China friendship and strengthening cultural ties.

Congratulating the students who completed the digital media course, he said that the importance of digital media and modern skills in the present era cannot be denied. Providing digital media training to youth, he added, is a pressing need of the time.

He said that youth equipped with modern technology are the bright future of the country and nation. The provincial government is taking practical steps to make young people skilled and aligned with modern requirements.

Assuring full cooperation from the provincial government, he said its doors are always open to the public, especially the youth.

Later, while talking to the media, Shafi Jan said that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is ahead of other provinces in terms of good governance. Referring to Transparency International’s recent report, he said that the Punjab Police and Punjab government have been declared the most corrupt in the country. He added that Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi effectively presented the province’s case regarding NFC Award and seminars were held at various universities to raise awareness among students and youth on NFC issue.

Regarding funds released by the federal Government to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, he demanded that details of funds allocated to other provinces should also be made public. He said that the Federal Government has released only Rs 550 million to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under the PSDP, which reflects discriminatory treatment toward the province.

Responding to a question about negotiations, Special Assistant Shafi Jan said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf is a democratic party that believes in dialogue; however, a conducive environment is essential for negotiations. On one hand, he said, false cases are being registered against party leadership and workers, while on the other hand talks of negotiations are being raised.

Criticizing the federal government, he said that the federation has usurped the mandate of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and daily press conferences by federal and Punjab ministers are proof that they are fearful of Chief Minister Sohail Afridi’s good governance.

Shafi Jan questioned what unconstitutional or illegal step Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has taken that justifies constant speculation about the imposition of the governor’s rule?

Inter-departmental Sports Week has begun at Hazara University, Mansehra. Teams comprising students from different academic departments of the university are participating in the week-long sports week. Advisor to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for Sports and Youth Affairs Taj Muhammad Khan Tarand formally inaugurated the sports week. Speaking on the occasion, he said that sports play an important role in the physical and mental development of students and positive activities teach the youth discipline, teamwork and leadership skills. He said that increasing sports facilities for the youth is the top priority of the provincial government and for this purpose, sports grounds are being constructed in every tehsil. Taj Muhammad Khan Tarand, while giving good news to the youth, said that the Thakra Stadium in Mansehra is being upgraded and converted into a complete sports complex where all the modern facilities for various sports will be available for the youth. He said that the youth policy is being re-formulated to empower the youth, for which youth from all the universities of the province will be invited so that in the light of their opinions and suggestions, a youth policy can be formulated keeping in mind these needs and desires. Taj Muhammad Khan Tarand announced a cash prize of Rs 500,000 for the players participating in the university’s sports week and Rs 100,000 for the Hazara Daffodils, the winning team of the Zalmay Women’s Cricket League recently held in Peshawar. He said that all the grounds, arenas and other facilities available in the province under the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Support Department are available to the youth of Hazara University and they can benefit from them at all times. Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Ikramullah Khan also graced the ceremony on this occasion. He welcomed the provincial advisor on his arrival at the university. The Vice Chancellor paid tribute to the Director of Sports of the university, Syed Khalid Jalal Shah, his team and other organizers for organizing the Sports Week. Earlier, Taj Muhammad Khan Tarand met with the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Ikramullah Khan in his office and discussed matters of mutual interest. Taj Muhammad Khan Tarand assured the Vice Chancellor of his full cooperation in meeting the sports and other needs of the university on a priority basis. Deans of the university, heads of academic departments and relevant administrative officers were present on the occasion.

Provincial Minister for Irrigation of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Riaz Khan held a meeting with President of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Malakand Division and Member of the National Assembly Sahibzada Sibghatullah. The meeting was also attended by Member of the Provincial Assembly Pir Musawir Khan, Member of the Provincial Assembly Gul Ibrahim Khan, Wazirzada, Chairman Zakat & Ushr District Swat Asif Ali Shahzad along with other senior party leaders and office-bearers. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on public issues faced by Malakand Division, ongoing and proposed development projects, improvement of the irrigation system, promotion of agriculture, public welfare, and party organizational matters. On the occasion, Wazirzada highlighted the issues faced by minority communities and briefed the Provincial Minister for Irrigation in detail about matters related to the government quota reserved for minorities, employment opportunities, educational facilities, and social protection. While speaking on minority rights, Provincial Minister Riaz Khan stated that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf firmly believes in the protection of the constitutional, legal, and social rights of minorities. He said that minority communities are equal partners in the country’s development, and the effective implementation of reserved quotas, employment, education, and other facilities for them will be ensured at all costs. He expressed his commitment to issuing immediate directions to the relevant departments to take prompt measures for resolving these issues. Detailed and purposeful consultations were also held with Members of the Provincial Assembly. Various aspects of public welfare, provision of basic facilities, and regional development were discussed openly. The Provincial Minister said that the proposals and recommendations of elected representatives are being given special importance in development planning so that projects aligned with public needs in every constituency can be completed in a timely and transparent manner. He added that the policy of delivering the fruits of development to the people’s doorstep is being pursued by taking all elected representatives along.

On this occasion, the Provincial Minister for Irrigation expressed serious concern over the sentences announced a day earlier against Founder Chairman Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi, stating that Imran Khan is imprisoned not for personal interests or power, but for a better and sovereign country, the supremacy of law, true freedom, and a bright future. He said that Imran Khan’s only crime is his immense love for the country and his dream of a prosperous future for the nation. Riaz Khan further stated that on the directions of founder Chairman Imran Khan and under the leadership of Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Muhammad Sohail Afridi, preparations are underway across the province for an organized and peaceful street movement. The objective of this movement is to raise a voice against injustice, secure Imran Khan’s release, and restore true democracy. He made it clear that PTI’s struggle will continue within the framework of the Constitution and the law, and no force can stop it.

The Provincial Minister concluded by saying that all elected representatives, workers, and supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf stand like a rock with their leader and will continue to raise their voices at every forum for public rights, the supremacy of the Constitution, and the rule of law.

Arshad Ayub Khan, the Minister for Elementary and Secondary Education of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, conducted a detailed visit to review the progress of the new campus project of Girls Cadet College Mardan. During the visit Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education Muhmmad Khalid Khan was also accompanied him.

On this occasion, the Principal, Mrs. Tahira Muzammil, briefed Minister Arshad Ayub Khan on the overall performance of the college. Following this, the Provincial Minister also carried out a site visit.

The visit was attended by the Superintendent Engineer C&W (Mega Project) Mardan, the XEN C&W (Mega Project) Mardan, and other key project officials, who reviewed the current status of the project.

The Minister Arshad Ayub Khan reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to strengthen educational infrastructure, particularly for the young women of the region.

This project is an important step toward empowering the youth of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and expanding educational opportunities.