We Want Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to Develop Like Other Parts of Country: PM
Sajid Ali | October 07, 2026
The sacrifices of the province’s people in the fight against terrorism are highly valued, while rising terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa must be stopped at all costs, Shehbaz Sharif said during a meeting with Amir Muqam.
Key Takeaways:
- Government's Vision: Shehbaz Sharif expressed the government's desire for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's development on par with other parts of the country.
- Terrorism Concern: He emphasized the need to quell rising terrorism in the province at any cost.
- Regard for Sacrifices: The Prime Minister acknowledged and valued the sacrifices made by the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the fight against terrorism.
Meeting Details:
Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit-Baltistan, Engineer Amir Muqam, briefed the Prime Minister on ongoing development projects and progress in Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Shehbaz Sharif instructed that:
- Welfare and development of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan must be assured regardless of circumstances.
- The prosperity of people there is a top priority for the government.
Discussing Khyber Pakhtunkhwa:
- He reaffirmed the government's commitment to stopping rising terrorism in the province.
- He reiterated the desire for the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to benefit from development and prosperity like other regions.
Related Topics:
- Shahbaz Sharif: Prime Minister
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Province
- Law And Order: Security situation
- Amir Muqam: Federal Minister
- Progress: Development projects
- Azad Jammu and Kashmir: Administrative division
- Government: Policies and priorities