PM Shehbaz Sharif announces Rs160 billion for development projects in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced Rs160 billion in funding for development projects in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa pledging federal support for faster project completion and efforts to restore peace in the province’s tribal districts.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced Rs160 billion in funding for development projects in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa pledging federal support for faster project completion and efforts to restore peace in the province’s tribal districts.

Addressing elders of the Development Council representing tribal districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa the prime minister said the federal government would provide all necessary resources to combat terrorism and accelerate development initiatives.

Shehbaz Sharif acknowledged the sacrifices made by tribal communities in the fight against terrorism, saying their contributions to Pakistan were highly valued. He assured tribal leaders that the government would address their needs and provide the resources required to improve security.

During the meeting tribal elders reportedly highlighted the lack of development work in their areas and raised concerns about rising terrorism and corruption. The prime minister said his government would work tirelessly to ensure that the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa received their due rights.

Referring to financial irregularities Shehbaz Sharif cited an alleged Rs37 billion fraud in the Kohistan scandal. He also stressed the need to speed up development projects and improve public services in the province.

The prime minister said he had directed the governor and chief secretary to ensure the supply of wheat according to the province’s requirements. Discussions also covered wheat distribution in tribal districts and training for police personnel.

He further instructed officials to complete the Safe City project as soon as possible, highlighting the importance of improving security infrastructure and strengthening law enforcement capabilities.

Earlier, while addressing an Apex Committee meeting Shehbaz Sharif discussed federal cooperation in counterterrorism efforts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He expressed his determination to restore peace stability and development in the province, with support from the military leadership.

Meanwhile tribal elders assured the government of their full cooperation in maintaining peace and addressing security challenges.

The announced funding and proposed measures are aimed at accelerating development strengthening public services and supporting counterterrorism efforts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Details about the allocation of the Rs160 billion across individual projects were not provided in the supplied report.