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PESHAWAR, Jul 30 (APP):A delegation of the Thall Qaumi Jirga, led by Malik Jamil, called on Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi at the Governor House on Wednesday.
The delegation included Tehsil Mayor Mufti Imran and other prominent figures from the area.
During the meeting, the Jirga apprised the governor of several pressing issues affecting the region, including prolonged electricity load shedding and inadequate healthcare and educational facilities.
The delegation urged the governor to take immediate steps to address these concerns, especially by engaging with Wapda officials regarding the electricity crisis.
Governor Kundi assured the delegation that he would personally contact the Chief of PESCO to seek a resolution to the power-related issues.
He expressed concern over the provincial government’s lack of attention to crucial public service sectors, saying that health and education fall within its jurisdiction.
The governor also pledged to speak with relevant authorities about restoring the vocational institute in Thall to provide skills training opportunities for local youth.
Meanwhile, a delegation from the Kurram Chamber of Commerce and Industry, led by its President Niaz Muhammad, called on Governor Faisal Karim Kundi.
The delegation comprised prominent members including Daulat Khan, Ashfaq Hussain, Dildar Hussain, Waqif Ali Khan, executive members, and other office-bearers.
During the meeting, the delegation apprised the Governor of the key issues faced by the business community in Kurram and urged for improved facilities to support trade and commerce in the region.
The delegation highlighted the deteriorating condition of roads in Kurram, particularly the Kharlachi Trade Route, and demanded urgent construction and rehabilitation.
They also requested the activation of the transit trade route, enhanced facilities at the Kharlachi terminal, acceleration of the Central Asia-Russia railway line project, and support for the approved industrial estate in the merged Kurram district.
The business leaders lauded the Governor’s efforts to maintain peace and order in Kurram and appreciated his role in addressing the issues of the local population effectively.
In response, Governor Kundi assured the delegation of his full support in resolving the concerns of the business community.
He acknowledged the vital role of traders in the national economy, stating that the business community forms the backbone of economic development.
He further committed to raising the chamber’s issues with the relevant authorities.