ضم اضلاع میں زرعی اصلاحات کے ذریعے زییتون کی پیداوار کے فروغ کا جامع منصوبہ
Digital System Made Mandatory for All Official Correspondence of the Education Department
In an important announcement issued by the Elementary and Secondary Education Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, it has been stated that in continuation of the department’s notification dated October 28, 2025, the honorable Provincial Minister for Elementary and Secondary Education has issued strict instructions that from Monday, December 8, 2025, all official correspondence and office affairs of the department shall be carried out exclusively through the “Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Digital Work Space (KP-DWS).” This includes e-receiving and issuance, e-note sheets, and the transmission of official letters.
According to the announcement, all sections of the department have been directed to immediately start using the R&I module of KP-DWS. After December 5, 2025, manual receiving and issuance will be completely prohibited.
The department further clarified that any violation of these directives will be taken very seriously.
یونیورسٹی آف پشاور میں یونیسف سوشل اینڈ بیہیویئر چینج پروجیکٹ کی گریجویشن تقریب
یونیورسٹی آف پشاور کے بزنس انکیوبیشن سینٹر میں 5 دسمبر 2025 کو یونیسف کے سوشل اینڈ بیہیویئر چینج سوشل ایکشن پروجیکٹ کی نمائش اور گریجویشن تقریب کا انعقاد کیا گیا۔ اس موقع پر معزز مہمانان، فیکلٹی ممبرز، یونیسف کے نمائندے اور مختلف اضلاع سے آئے ہوئے طلبہ نے شرکت کی۔تقریب میں مہمان خصوصی، جناب ریڈیک، یونیسف خیبر پختونخوا؛ پرو وائس چانسلر، پروفیسر ڈاکٹر نعیم قاضی؛ ڈاکٹر اکرام اللہ، ڈائریکٹر ریوامپ، محکمہ صحت، خیبر پختونخوا؛ ڈاکٹر سجاد احمد جان، شعبہ اکنامکس، یونیورسٹی آف پشاور؛ پروفیسر ڈاکٹر بشارت حسین، چیئرمین شعبہ کرائمینالوجی، یونیورسٹی آف پشاور؛ جناب سہیل خان، آفیسر، یونیسف؛ جناب عباس خان، کنسلٹنٹ، یونیسف؛ اور ڈاکٹر محمد ابرار، اسسٹنٹ پروفیسر شعبہ کرائمینالوجی اور ڈپٹی ڈائریکٹر یونیورسٹی آف پشاور اسٹوڈنٹس سوسائٹیز موجود تھے۔یونیسف سوشل اینڈ بیہیویئر چینج پروجیکٹ میں خیبر پختونخوا کے مختلف اضلاع سے 175 طلبہ شامل تھے، جنہوں نے سات مختلف موضوعات پر سوشل ایکشن پروجیکٹس کیے، جن میں بچوں کی ویکسینیشن، بچوں کی شادیاں، بچوں کے خلاف تشدد، ہاتھ دھونے کی مہم، اسکول سے باہر بچے اور لڑکیوں کی تعلیم، اور پیدائش کا اندراج شامل تھے۔ٹیموں نے اپنی کمیونٹی میں پروجیکٹس کیے اور ان کے اثرات اور درپیش چیلنجز اپنی پریزنٹیشنز میں پیش کیے۔ تقریب میں مخت ٹیموں نے اپنے سوشل ایکشن پروجیکٹس کی پریزنٹیشنز پیش کیں، اور بہترین کارکردگی دکھانے والی ٹیموں کو یونیسف کے نمائندوں نے شیلڈز سے نوازا۔ طلبہ کو سرٹیفیکیٹس بھی تقسیم کیے گئے آخر میں تقریب کا اختتام گروپ فوٹو کے ساتھ ہوا۔
41st Meeting of Provincial Cabinet
Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Muhammad Sohail Afridi, while addressing the 41st Provincial Cabinet meeting via video link, issued firm policy guidelines aimed at strengthening good governance, transparency, and the use of modern technology in official affairs. He stated that the provincial government has already provided a clear roadmap for good governance and is actively promoting transparency and digitalization across all departments.
Directing officials to prioritize online participation in official meetings, the Chief Minister emphasized that this approach will not only save valuable time but will also result in significant reduction in government expenditures.
Strongly condemning the recent press conference by federal ministers, the Chief Minister termed it inhuman, immoral, and unconstitutional, stating that such behavior is equivalent to deliberately provoking the public and destabilizing the situation. He said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan and his wife are being subjected to solitary confinement, which the provincial government strongly condemns. He reiterated that Imran Khan is a leader of the entire nation, while his wife is a non-political and modest woman, and any mistreatment is unacceptable.
To ensure institutional transparency and merit, the Chief Minister announced that all recruitments in provincial government departments, autonomous, and semi-autonomous bodies will be conducted strictly through Educational Testing and Evaluation Agency (ETEA), and no recruitment will be carried out through any private testing agency.
Referring to the recent meeting of the National Finance Commission (NFC), the Chief Minister said that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s case was presented vehemently and was supported by all participants. He pointed out that the continued denial of the due Rs. 1,375 billion share of the merged districts in the NFC Award over the past years remains a grave injustice.
Expressing deep concern over the 55-day closure of the Torkham border, the Chief Minister said that truck drivers as well as men, women, children, and the elderly are severely affected. He directed the district administration of Khyber to immediately ensure provision of food, shelter, and all essential facilities to the affected people.
The Chief Minister also directed that bulletproof vehicles be provided on a priority basis to civil officers, especially district administration, and instructed that all hurdles in the procurement process be removed without delay.
The 41st Cabinet meeting was held on Friday in Peshawar, with the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the chair via video link. The meeting was attended by cabinet members, the Chief Secretary, Additional Chief Secretaries, concerned administrative secretaries, and the Advocate General.
Briefing on the details of the important decisions taken in the Cabinet meeting, Special Assistant to the Chief Minister for Information and Public Relations, Shafi Jan, said that the Cabinet took key decisions regarding the distribution formula for reserved seats for students of the merged districts in medical and dental colleges, the province’s new posting and transfer policy, the committee report on Action in Aid of Civil Powers law, matters related to wheat stock and procurement, the politically motivated cases of May 9 and 10, the formation of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sugarcane and Sugar Beet Board, additional funding for development schemes, and other public welfare initiatives.
He stated that after the division of South Waziristan into two districts, the matter of redistribution of reserved seats for students of these has been referred to a Cabinet Committee for further consultation. The committee will present its recommendations in the next Cabinet meeting. Similarly, the new Posting and Transfer Policy has also been referred to a Cabinet Committee for further review.
Shafi Jan further informed that the Cabinet approved the nomination of mill representatives for the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sugarcane and Sugar Beet Control Board for 2025–26. A detailed briefing was also given on wheat stocks, inter-provincial movement, and future strategy, after which the previously notified committee was authorized to take necessary steps for additional wheat procurement as and when required.
The Cabinet also approved financial assistance for the treatment of two patients undergoing kidney and bone marrow transplants. Additionally, approval was granted for the release of funds under the District Development Plan and District Development Initiatives to ensure timely completion of ongoing projects.
Shafi Jan further stated that a special grant of Rs. 150 million was approved for the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD). It also endorsed the implementation of the recommendations of the committee tasked with proposing measures following the repeal of the Action in Aid of Civil Powers law.
Moreover, he said, the Cabinet decided to refer the inquiry into the Radio Pakistan Peshawar incident to a Special Committee of the Provincial Assembly. It was also decided that politically motivated cases registered on May 9 and 10 without credible evidence will be withdrawn.
صوبائی اسمبلی خیبر پختونخوا کی قائمہ کمیٹی برائے ہاؤس اینڈ لائبریری کا اہم اجلاس جمعہ کے روز صوبائی اسمبلی کے کانفرنس روم میں منعقد ہوا، جس کی صدارت ڈپٹی سپیکر صوبائی اسمبلی اور چیئر پرسن قائمہ کمیٹی برائے ہاؤس اینڈ لائبریری ثریا بی بی نے کی
صوبائی اسمبلی خیبر پختونخوا کی قائمہ کمیٹی برائے ہاؤس اینڈ لائبریری کا اہم اجلاس جمعہ کے روز صوبائی اسمبلی کے کانفرنس روم میں منعقد ہوا، جس کی صدارت ڈپٹی سپیکر صوبائی اسمبلی اور چیئر پرسن قائمہ کمیٹی برائے ہاؤس اینڈ لائبریری ثریا بی بی نے کی۔ اجلاس میں ممبران صوبائی اسمبلی میاں شرافت علی ا و رعاصمہ عالم سمیت پی اینڈ ڈی، سی اینڈ ڈبلیو، ایڈمنسٹریشن ڈیپارٹمنٹ اور صوبائی اسمبلی سٹیٹ آفس و لائبریری کے متعلقہ افسران و سپیشل سیکرٹری ایڈمن نے شرکت کی۔اجلاس میں متعلقہ محکموں کے ذمہ داران کی جانب سے ایم پی اے ہاسٹل کے نئے بلاک کی تعمیر, کینٹین کی صفائی اور طعام کے معیار و قیمتوں, ہاسٹل کی سیکورٹی, صفائی ستھرائی سٹاف یونیفارم, بائیو میٹرک حاضری سسٹم, سٹاف کی ضروری تربیت, شاہی مہمان خانہ سمیت سرکاری رہائش گاہوں کے حوالے سے تفصیلی بریفنگ دی گئی۔اس موقع پر ثریا بی بی نے تمام متعلقہ محکموں کے و ذمہ داران کو ہدایت کی کہ کام کے معیار پر کوئی سمجھوتہ نہ کیا جائے اور بروقت تکمیل کو ہر صورت یقینی بنایا جائے اجلاس میں اسمبلی لائبریری سیکشن کی جانب سے لائبریری کی ڈیجیٹلائزیشن،آٹو میشن اور ڈیجیٹل کارنر کے قیام کے حوالے سے بھی تفصلی بریفنگ دی گئی۔
KPCIP workshop enhances WSSCs media teams’ capacity in AI-driven communication
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Cities Improvement Project (KPCIP) organized a two-day intensive training session focused on how AI-driven content creation can help develop impactful communication content to promote water conservation and reinforce the narrative around improved sanitation services.
The workshop brought together communication teams from Water and Sanitation Services Companies (WSSCs) across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to produce citizen-focused, convincing, and high-quality communication content while promoting broader messaging on water conservation and sanitation.
In his opening remarks, Chief Executive Officer of WSSC Abbottabad, Engr. Rehan Yousaf, highlighted the importance of artificial intelligence in creating impactful audio-visual communication messages that can change prevailing mindsets regarding water and sanitation. “We cannot ignore the role AI has played and can play in changing perceptions about water and sanitation. Unfortunately, we waste water, thinking it is an infinite resource, and litter our streets because we don’t feel ownership,” he said. “AI can help generate content that addresses this perception and encourages responsible behaviour.”
The training aimed at promoting KPCIP interventions, strengthening community ownership of developmental projects, and shaping a positive narrative around water conservation, hygiene, and sustainable urban services. Trainers encouraged participants to combine creativity with factual accuracy, ensuring that public messaging remains both engaging and trustworthy.
Participants appreciated the combination of AI-based learning, strategic communication frameworks, and digital media skills, noting that the training provided practical techniques to improve the quality and impact of their communication campaigns.
On the first day, trainer Sharukh Dauran Khan conducted an intensive, hands-on session introducing participants to a suite of cutting-edge AI tools, including ChatGPT, Canva, Eleven Labs, Mid journey, Grok, and Meta AI. He demonstrated how these platforms can support scriptwriting, design development, video enhancement, voiceover creation, and content refinement. Participants practiced generating scripts, producing visuals, creating AI voiceovers, and designing awareness materials tailored to WSSC needs. The session empowered communication teams to adopt AI as a practical assistant for everyday tasks, ensuring higher productivity, consistency, and creativity in their outputs.
Following the technical demonstrations, Adnan Khan delivered a one-hour lecture on strategic communication, emphasizing the importance of planned messaging, audience understanding, and narrative building. He highlighted that while AI tools accelerate content creation, the effectiveness of communication ultimately depends on a clear institutional purpose and unified messaging. Adnan explained how WSSCs can strengthen public trust through transparency, timely updates, crisis communication, and data-backed storytelling.
The second day featured a three-hour session on Social Media Optimization (SMO) conducted by Daud Khan. He explained platform-specific strategies, content planning, organic engagement techniques, and best practices for managing digital presence. Daud emphasized that social media is an essential tool for public awareness, service updates, and citizen engagement. This was followed by a practical module where participants learned professional video recording, effective framing, photography, and field-based content collection techniques.
The workshop concluded with a commitment from WSSC teams to implement stronger public outreach initiatives and contribute to behavior change efforts across urban communities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
خیبر پختونخوا کے وزیر برائے صحت خلیق الرحمان نے خصوصی تعلیم کے کمپلیکس، حیات آباد میں عالمی یومِ معذوراں کے موقع پر منعقدہ ایک خصوصی تقریب میں بطور مہمانِ خصوصی شرکت کی
خیبر پختونخوا کے وزیر برائے صحت خلیق الرحمان نے خصوصی تعلیم کے کمپلیکس، حیات آباد میں عالمی یومِ معذوراں کے موقع پر منعقدہ ایک خصوصی تقریب میں بطور مہمانِ خصوصی شرکت کی۔ اس تقریب کے انعقاد کا مقصد خصوصی بچوں کی حوصلہ افزائی کرنا اور یہ پیغام دینا تھا کہ خصوصی بچے ہمارے اپنے بچے ہیں اور ان کے حقوق، عزت اور تمام سہولیات تک رسائی کو یقینی بنانا ہم سب کی مشترکہ ذمہ داری ہے۔ تقریب سے خطاب کرتے ہوئے وزیرِ صحت نے کہا کہ خصوصی بچوں کے درمیان موجود ہونے پر انہیں فخر اور مسرت ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ خصوصی بچے کسی بھی لحاظ سے کم تر نہیں ہوتے اور مناسب توجہ، محبت، نگہداشت اور مواقع فراہم کر کے انہیں معاشرے کا قیمتی سرمایہ بنایا جا سکتا ہے۔ انہوں نے اس بات پر زور دیا کہ یہ بچے صلاحیت، ذہانت اور بھرپور قابلیت رکھتے ہیں اور انہیں بھی زندگی گزارنے، آگے بڑھنے اور ایک مفید شہری بننے کے برابر حقوق حاصل ہیں۔وزیرِ صحت کو بتایا گیا کہ خصوصی تعلیم کمپلیکس صوبے بھر سے آنے والے 600 سے زائد طلبہ و طالبات کو جدید سہولیات، تربیت یافتہ اساتذہ، جدید آلات اور ضروری تعلیمی وسائل کے ذریعے خصوصی تعلیمی و بحالی کی خدمات فراہم کر رہا ہے۔ انہوں نے ادارے کی انتظامیہ اور تدریسی عملے کی کارکردگی کو سراہا۔ خلیق الرحمان نے ادارے کے پرنسپل اور مدیران کو محکمہ صحت اور صوبائی حکومت کی جانب سے مکمل تعاون کی یقین دہانی کروائی۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ حکومت اپنے اصلاحاتی ایجنڈے پر سنجیدگی سے عمل پیرا ہے اور ادارے کی بہتری کے لیے مثبت تبدیلیاں لانے کے ساتھ اس کی مالی اور افرادی معاونت کی جائے گی۔تقریب کے دوران بچوں نے خوبصورت اور رنگا رنگ سٹیج پرفارمنس اور تخلیقی کردار پیش کیے جنہیں وزیرِ صحت نے بے حد سراہا۔ انہوں نے محنتی اساتذہ اور والدین کو خصوصی خراجِ تحسین پیش کیا۔تقریب کے اختتام پر وزیرِ صحت نے افسران میں شیلڈز تقسیم کیں اور خصوصی بچوں میں سکول بیگز اور تحائف تقسیم کیے جس سے بچوں میں خوشی اور حوصلہ افزائی کی لہر دوڑ گئی۔
Provincial Minister for Irrigation Riaz Khan held a meeting with the newly appointed Secretary Irrigation Abdul Basit in his office in Peshawar
Provincial Minister for Irrigation Riaz Khan held a meeting with the newly appointed Secretary Irrigation Abdul Basit in his office in Peshawar. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the administrative affairs of the department, ongoing projects, challenges faced at the district level across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and the future course of action. Minister Riaz Khan said that the Irrigation Department is a vital sector directly linked with the province’s economy, agriculture, and public welfare, and that its improvement requires a well-coordinated strategy and effective coordination. He expressed confidence that the new Secretary would utilize his professional expertise to further enhance the performance of the department. Secretary Irrigation Abdul Basit thanked the provincial minister for his trust and assured that he would utilize all available resources and administrative capabilities to ensure the timely completion of ongoing projects, accelerate the reform process, and make public-service initiatives more effective. Minister Riaz Khan reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the irrigation system across the province, strengthening canal infrastructure and ensuring facilitation for farmers through joint and continued efforts. Riaz Khan added that as per the clear directives of Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Muhammad Sohail Afridi a strict and uncompromising anti-corruption policy is being implemented across the province. Under this policy actions are being taken on the basis of zero tolerance. He emphasized that promoting transparency, accountability and merit in all government institutions is a top priority of the provincial government and any officer or official found involved in corruption will face legal action without discrimination. He further stated that safeguarding public resources is the responsibility of the provincial government, and all available means are being utilized to fulfill this obligation.
KP Food Authority Seize a synthetic milk production unit and Thousands of Litres of Fake and Substandard Milk Destroyed; Machinery and Raw Material Seized
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Food Safety and Halal Food Authority has unearthed a major network involved in producing fake and substandard milk, seizing thousands of litres of hazardous milk and confiscating processing machinery and raw material during operations in Mardan and Kohat.
Director General of the KP Food Authority, Wasif Saeed said that individuals involved in the “heinous business” of manufacturing adulterated and unsafe milk deserve no leniency and will face the strictest legal action under the Food Safety Act.
According to the Authority’s spokesperson, the Mardan Food Safety team raided a house in the Saro Shah area of Takht Bhai, where a clandestine milk production unit was operating. Thousands of litres of adulterated milk were recovered and destroyed on the spot. The team also seized raw materials used in the preparation of fake milk along with the machinery installed at the premises. The spokesperson added that the adulterated milk was meant to be supplied to various local markets.
Similarly, in Kohat, Food Safety officials carried out inspections in local markets and tested multiple samples through the mobile food testing laboratory. During the crackdown, the team recovered 1,000 litres of substandard milk from a dairy shop and a supply tanker. The milk was destroyed, the tanker was taken into government custody, and the shop concerned was sealed. Legal proceedings have been initiated against all individuals involved.
DG Wasif Saeed appreciated the performance of the Food Safety teams and reiterated that the Authority would continue its crackdown against elements involved in producing harmful and substandard food items. He urged citizens to report such “anti-people activities” to the Authority so timely action could be taken.
Provincial minister Syed Fakhar Jehan Conducts Surprise Visit to Shami Road Excise Office, Directs Prompt Public Service Delivery
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control, Syed Fakhar Jehan, carried out a surprise visit to the Excise Department office at Shami Road, Peshawar.
During his visit, he engaged directly with citizens, inquiring about their issues and issued immediate administrative instructions to ensure swift resolution and enhanced public convenience.
The minister emphasized that every individual visiting the department has the right to respect, dignity and efficient service delivery.
During the visit, the provincial minister personally interacted with citizens seeking various government services, listening to their concerns and issued on-the-spot instructions to relevant officers for prompt redressal of complaints.
He underlined that facilitating citizens and addressing their grievances promptly is a top priority of the government. He directed all officers and staff present to maintain courteous conduct with the public, provide complete guidance to every visitor and ensure that no delays or lapses occur in service delivery.
He stated that government employees are public servants and must perform their duties with professionalism, integrity, and dedication. Any complaint regarding misbehavior, delay or unnecessary inconvenience to the public will not be tolerated in the Excise Department.
The minister also issued several administrative instructions aimed at improving the efficiency of the service delivery system.
He stressed that restoring and strengthening public confidence in the department is essential and can only be achieved through professionalism, transparency and timely, high-quality services.
