PESHAWAR
A representative delegation of Kumrat people led by Moulana Gul Noor Shah called on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor, Haji Ghulam Ali and informed him about condition of roads and problems of visitors due to dilapidated infrastructure in their areas.
According to a press release issued here Thursday, delegation apprised governor about problems of locals and visitors due to bad condition of roads. They said that Kumrat valley of Upper Dir is famous for its scenic beauty and attractive locations but problems of visitors and locals have been increased due to indifferent attitude of previous government to develop the area.
They said promises were made by previous government to develop the area and its infrastructure but unfortunately all those promises and pledges were not fulfilled. They demanded that National Highways Authority and Communication and Works Department should be directed to initiate infrastructure development for facilitation of tourists.
Speaking on the occasion, KP Governor appreciated efforts of elders and people to highlight genuine problems of Kumrat their efforts would help devising a strategy to address problems being confronted by locals and tourists.
He urged locals to play their role to promote tourism and said that private construction should carried out in way that roads remain opened for traffic and facilitation of people visiting the area.
He said that promotion of tourism would also create opportunities for locals and provide them new vistas of development. He also assured the delegation cooperation and assistance to resolve their problems.
Later, a delegation of Malakand Chamber of Commerce also called on KP Governor and informs him about concerns and problems of business community.
