The federal government has decided to provide immediate development funds to 12 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The decision aims to promote sustainable peace, improve public services and accelerate development. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi chaired a meeting of the Regional Development Secretariat to discuss the measures.
The meeting was attended by the Peshawar corps commander, additional chief secretary, secretariat members and senior civil and military officials. Participants reviewed security conditions, development needs and public concerns across the selected districts. The discussions covered merged districts as well as Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank and Dera Ismail Khan.
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The meeting recognised the importance of public participation in eliminating terrorism and establishing lasting peace. Officials agreed that the federal government would work with the provincial government to improve living standards. The planned measures will focus on public welfare, basic facilities and addressing local concerns.
Participants also reviewed ongoing development projects and stressed the need for timely completion. They discussed the immediate availability and release of federal development funds. Officials also highlighted the importance of transparent and effective use of public resources to achieve development targets.
The meeting was informed that local priorities would guide resource allocation and development planning. Representatives of the council and local elders will contribute suggestions to help identify community needs. Officials said these consultations would support faster resource distribution and more responsive planning across the 12 districts.
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Participants also discussed practical measures to reduce unemployment and create job opportunities for young people. They emphasised vocational and technical training to help young people develop employable skills. Strengthening local economies and connecting young people with better employment opportunities also featured in the discussions.
The meeting further examined ways to improve education and healthcare services. Participants discussed upgrading educational institutions and increasing the capacity of hospitals and basic health centres. The federal government reaffirmed its commitment to public welfare, addressing local grievances and accelerating development across the 12 districts.