Peshawar, February 3, 2025: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, accompanied by PTI spokesman Sheikh Waqas Akram, addressed the media on Monday, emphasizing key issues impacting the province.
Gandapur highlighted the importance of military support in addressing KP’s concerns, particularly regarding the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award. He confirmed that discussions with the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) had been ongoing and that the COAS assured him a meeting would be held to address the NFC issue. This assurance led the provincial government to temporarily hold off on seeking Supreme Court intervention.
The CM criticized the delay in the new NFC Award, emphasizing that KP deserved more funds, especially following the integration of former FATA regions. He projected that the new NFC could provide an additional Rs130 billion to Rs150 billion for KP, raising the province’s share from 14.5% under the 7th NFC Award to over 19%. “This could bring an extra 360 billion rupees to the province,” Gandapur said.
He also asserted that KP’s performance outpaced that of other provinces, citing progress in the province amidst corruption scandals elsewhere. Gandapur emphasized transparency, stating he had empowered the chief secretary to take swift action against corruption and hold individuals accountable.
In response to critics, Gandapur confidently stated, “In our province, there is no corruption,” and highlighted his administration’s commitment to transparency.
Gandapur reaffirmed his allegiance to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and confirmed his active role in the party’s political activities, particularly in efforts to secure the release of Imran Khan. He also addressed allegations of corruption involving three provincial ministers, assuring that any proven wrongdoing would be fully disclosed.
On a final note, Gandapur expressed frustration with the federal government, stating that despite nominating candidates for key positions like chief secretary and Inspector General of Police, his suggestions had been ignored.
