Kundi chairs first meeting of KP Advisory Council following imposition of emergency, governor's rule

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi convened the inaugural meeting of the KP Advisory Council on Sunday, following the imposition of emergency and governor's rule in the province. The council members introduced themselves and their respective portfolios at the beginning of the session. Kundi congratulated the members, acknowledging the challenges they would face and assuring them of a briefing on their assigned portfolios.

He emphasized the need for swift action, zero-tolerance for corruption, and timely execution of tasks, contrasting the current efforts with those of previous administrations.

The governor highlighted law and order as the primary focus of the council's work and encouraged borrowing best practices from other provinces. Kundi framed the current situation as an opportunity to improve the province's image, asserting that peace would attract tourists and investors. He offered his full support and availability to the council, pledging his presence "24/7."

Kundi read a message for the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, explaining that his administration had taken necessary measures under the Constitution due to extraordinary circumstances. He refrained from making political allegations or rhetoric and instead called for peace, protection, and stability in the province. Kundi acknowledged the sacrifices made by the people in the fight against terrorism and urged them to reclaim their right to peace.

He emphasized that the fight against terrorism involved combating the ideology and networks that foster such activities and hinder the implementation of laws.