PM Shehbaz, Fazlur Rehman discuss current political situation
Pakistan
JUI-F chief apprised PM about recent legislation and other concerns of religious political parties
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday and discussed current political situation in the country.
According to sources, Maulana Fazlur Rehman apprised the Prime Minister about the recent legislation and other concerns of the religious political parties during the meeting.
The Prime Minister assured Maulana Fazlur Rehman that all the matters would be resolved through mutual understanding and dialogue between the government and religious parties.
Earlier in the day, a delegation comprising current and former senators, MNAs, tribal elders (Maliks), and other representatives from the tribal districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa met with Prime Minister to express their concerns regarding worsening law and order situation in the province.
Also present at the meeting were JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor.
Federal ministers Rana Sanaullah, Ahsan Iqbal, Ikhtiar Wali, along with KP’s Inspector General, Chief Secretary, and officials from the FBR also participated in the session.
Sources reported that the tribal elders expressed frustration that, despite significant financial allocations, basic infrastructure such as schools and hospitals had not been developed in their areas.
In response, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif inquired about the total amount disbursed for tribal districts. Officials briefed him that Rs700 billion had been allocated so far.
The elders emphasised that while the funds come from the federal government, they are transferred to the provincial government's account, which lacks transparency.
They demanded a separate account be established specifically for the tribal districts to ensure proper utilisation.
PM Shehbaz assured the delegation that urgent steps are being taken to restore peace and improve governance in the region. He also proposed including tribal representation in a committee headed by Amir Muqam.
