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PESHAWAR, Jan 01 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, attended the New Year’s celebration at St. John’s Church, Peshawar Cantt, where he extended warm New Year greetings to the Christian community and all residents of the province, reaffirming the government’s commitment to inclusivity, interfaith harmony, and equal rights for all citizens.
Addressing the gathering, the Governor highlighted the important role and valuable contributions of religious minorities in the social, cultural, and economic development of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
He reiterated that the Pakistan Peoples Party has always been at the forefront in safeguarding and promoting the rights of minorities, ensuring dignity, security, and equal opportunities for all.
On the occasion, Bishop Humphrey appreciated Governor Faisal Karim Kundi’s consistent support for inclusivity and his continued engagement with minority communities, acknowledging his efforts to foster unity, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence.
Following the formal proceedings, the Governor joined church leaders and participants in a cake-cutting ceremony and interacted warmly with attendees, reflecting the spirit of togetherness and shared celebration that marked the New Year event.
In his New Year message, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi extended heartfelt greetings to the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the nation, expressing hope that the coming year would bring peace, stability, and prosperity to the province and Pakistan.
He said the New Year is a time for reflection, renewal, and collective resolve, emphasizing that despite challenges, the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have always shown resilience, courage, patience, and unity.
The Governor reaffirmed his commitment to peace, good governance, economic development, and social harmony across the province.
He expressed optimism that the New Year would mark progress towards lasting peace, stronger institutions, and inclusive development, particularly for youth, women, and marginalized communities.
Calling upon all segments of society to work together in a spirit of unity, tolerance, and responsibility, the Governor prayed that the New Year would bring safety, stability, and hope to every household, and that Pakistan continues to move forward on the path of peace, dignity, and democratic values.