Prime Minister announces Rs160 billion for development projects in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a significant allocation of 160 billion Pakistani rupees for developmental projects in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. This declaration was made during his visit to Peshawar, where he addressed a tribal jirga attended by tribal elders from across the province. The Prime Minister emphasized that these funds would be meticulously spent on the progress and prosperity of the people. He also acknowledged the sacrifices made by the tribal communities in the fight against terrorism, pledging federal support to enhance security, complete safe city projects, and strengthen the counter-terrorism department. Furthermore, Sharif directed the empowerment of tribal councils and the swift removal of impediments to developmental initiatives, with key officials including the Deputy Prime Minister, Chief of Army Staff, federal ministers, and high-ranking military and institutional officials present at the meeting.