Peshawar, July 4, 2025: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Thursday dismissed speculation about a no-confidence motion against his government, asserting that the ruling coalition remains strong and intact.
Speaking informally to senior journalists, the chief minister said, “Our government is stable. No member is going anywhere. Anyone who believes otherwise is free to try their luck with a no-confidence move – the truth will be revealed.”
Gandapur stressed that had the budget not been passed, it would have led to the fall of the government – and it would have been their own fault, allowing opponents to celebrate. He claimed that the disinformation campaign around the budget came from within their own ranks, where some were first discouraging its presentation and then raising a hue and cry over its approval.
He further stated that when Barrister Saif briefed the party’s Patron-in-Chief, he expressed satisfaction over the successful passage of the budget. “Only two of our members did not vote for the budget, and everyone knows whose people they are,” he added.
Gandapur clarified the legal status of party members in the KP Assembly, saying that after the new members are sworn in, matters will become clearer. “Currently, none of our members are officially PTI legislators due to the Supreme Court’s ruling overriding the previous constitutional bench’s decision,” he said.
However, Gandapur insisted he remains a PTI member. “I did not file my nomination papers as an independent candidate – I clearly mentioned PTI as my party. I will approach the court on this basis to claim our due share on reserved seats.”
He also said consultations would be held regarding the July 21 Senate elections, while taking a swipe at the governor, stating, “He can’t harm us. He just makes useless comments.”
The chief minister revealed he was writing to the federal government, proposing a joint checkpoint involving police, customs, and excise departments to combat smuggling effectively.
Responding to criticism over alleged misuse of funds, Gandapur denied personal extravagance. “I didn’t spend Rs115 million on biscuits. That money was used to feed 400 Class IV employees at the CM House and Secretariat,” he said. “Yes, I spend, but I’ve also saved Rs250 billion.”
Highlighting governance, he noted that controlling bureaucracy is the job of political leadership, and his government would demonstrate this. “I won’t claim corruption has been eradicated, but it is certainly under control.”
Gandapur concluded by affirming his accountability, saying he is not bound to answer for 12 years but will fully account for his 15-month tenure. He also announced plans to revive closed industries in the province by providing low-cost electricity.
