PESHAWAR, Sept 24, 2025:
Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi has stressed that restoring public trust is vital for sustainable peace in the province. He said that lasting stability can only be achieved through a joint strategy involving the federal and provincial governments along with all state institutions.
Speaking to officers of the 38th Senior Management Course (SMC) during their study visit to the Governor House Peshawar on Wednesday, Governor Kundi said that the police, despite limited resources, are bravely confronting terrorists equipped with modern weaponry. He added that all segments of society in the province have been severely affected by terrorism, and steering affairs in the right direction is essential for regional and overall development. Responding to questions from civil servants about administrative challenges, the Governor said that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is facing multiple complex issues, including terrorism and the severe impacts of climate change. He emphasized the need to understand the spirit of the 18th Constitutional Amendment, pointing out that despite provincial autonomy, several matters remain unresolved. He underlined that local government representatives must be empowered to address people’s problems at the grassroots level. Referring to the merged districts, the Governor said that before the FATA merger, political agents and tribal elders would jointly resolve disputes quickly. However, after the merger, local communities are facing greater difficulties, and the problems of the tribal people have increased instead of being resolved. Governor Kundi also reminded the visiting officers that civil servants hold a key position in society and bear the critical responsibility of translating government policies and agendas into practical action.