Speaking to local elders and prominent figures in Dera Ismail Khan on Wednesday, Kundi said the government was also committed to promoting peace, prosperity and development across the province.
The governor made the remarks after chairing a high-level meeting, during which he received briefings from various government departments on the law and order situation, security arrangements, administrative matters and ongoing development projects.
No Plans to Separate or Merge 12 Districts
Kundi rejected reports suggesting that the 12 districts placed under emergency arrangements were being turned into separate provinces or merged with the former tribal areas, describing such claims as baseless rumours.
He explained that these districts had been identified because of their vulnerability to terrorist activities and the security challenges they faced.
According to the governor, 70 per cent of the Rs160 billion federal development package announced by the prime minister would be spent in these areas.
He also said the foundation of a Daanish School was being laid in the region, with additional development projects planned to improve facilities and opportunities for local communities.
Rs40 Billion Allocated for Police Requirements
The governor said the provincial government was allocating Rs40 billion for the Bannu, Malakand and Dera Ismail Khan divisions to address the police department’s operational and infrastructure needs.
The proposed spending would cover the construction and improvement of police stations, security checkpoints, offices of deputy inspectors general (DIGs) and district police officers (DPOs), among other facilities.
Kundi revealed that approximately 17,000 positions in the police department were vacant. He said the department’s staffing requirements and infrastructure needs would be addressed to improve its ability to respond to security threats.
He also stressed the importance of strengthening public institutions rather than relying on individuals.
“We want to strengthen institutions rather than individuals,” he said, adding that suggestions from local representatives and community elders would be welcomed and implemented.
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Cadet College Announced for Martyrs’ Children
Kundi announced plans to establish a cadet college in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa for the children of police officers and security personnel who had lost their lives fighting terrorism.
The initiative aims to provide educational opportunities to the families of those who made sacrifices in the fight against militancy.
The governor also discussed the breach in the Chashma Right Bank Canal (CRBC), saying the relevant authorities had been given a deadline of November 15 to 20 to restore water supply through the canal.
Police Seek Special Rs40 Billion Security Package
Separately, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa police have approached the federal government for a special security package worth Rs40 billion to strengthen law enforcement capabilities in 12 districts affected by terrorism.
The request comes amid growing security concerns and an increase in attacks targeting police personnel.
According to the proposal, police have prepared a comprehensive master security plan and submitted it to the federal government for funding.
The proposed package includes measures to enhance the force’s operational capacity, introduce modern technology and weapons, purchase bulletproof vehicles and provide specialised training to police personnel.
The funding is intended to improve security arrangements in vulnerable districts and help police respond more effectively to militant threats.
