Education leads to innovations, crucial for country’s economic growth: Governor Kundi
ISLAMABAD
Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Tuesday emphasized that the people of the province are united in their desire to eliminate extremism and restore peace in the region.
He expressed his deep appreciation for the peace-loving nature of the province’s people during a tribute ceremony for martyred police constable Burhan Ali, who was died in a terrorist attack in Malam Jabba recently.
Speaking at the local hotel here, Governor Faisal Kundi emphasized that the protection of citizens’ lives and property is the government’s foremost duty and responsibility.
The ceremony, hosted by the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps and the Ambassador of Turkmenistan, was attended by Governor Kundi along with ambassadors and high commissioners from 14 countries, as well as other senior officials.
Family members of the late constable were also specially invited to the event.
He reflected on the collective sorrow felt by the nation following the attack on a convoy of foreign diplomats, which had deeply affected the community.
He particularly honored Constable Burhan Ali for sacrificing his life while safeguarding international guests.
During the gathering, diplomats from Azerbaijan, Iran, Portugal, Bosnia, Ethiopia, Kazakhstan, Russia, Vietnam, Uzbekistan, Zimbabwe, Tajikistan, Indonesia, and Rwanda presented a jointly signed condolence letter to Burhan Ali’s family, expressing their heartfelt sympathy and honoring the bravery he displayed in fulfilling his duties.
In his remarks, Governor Kundi thanked the ambassadors for acknowledging Constable Burhan Ali’s sacrifice and for showing solidarity with the families of the martyrs.
He said that this gesture from friendly nations highlights the recognition of the sacrifices made by the people, police, and security forces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the fight against terrorism. Kundi promised to invite the diplomats to the Governor House in Peshawar soon to showcase the true spirit of hospitality and peace in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
He concluded by recognizing the sacrifices made by the public and police alongside other security forces in the ongoing battle against terrorism.
Meanwhile, Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi underscored education leads to innovations and scientific advancements, which are crucial for a country’s economic growth.
He highlighted the vital role of education in the development and prosperity of a nation.
He said this during fourth General Council meeting of the Pakistan Chamber of Education here at a local hotel.
Governor Kundi said that education as a guiding light that imparts awareness and knowledge, enabling educated nations to understand and address their challenges effectively.
During the event, the Governor took the oath of office for the newly elected members of the Pakistan Chamber of Education’s cabinet.
President of the Chamber, Hafiz Muhammad Basharat, informed Governor Kundi about the organization’s efforts in the educational sector.
The Governor pointed out the significant educational deprivation in rural areas, noting that many children remain uneducated due to unfavorable conditions.
He said that a substantial portion of the national budget is allocated to education and health, with the private sector also playing a vital role. However, he lamented that the country has yet to achieve its educational targets.
Kundi called for valuable suggestions and services from organizations like the Chamber to support government initiatives.
He expressed hope that collective efforts could elevate the country’s educational standards to match those of developed nations.
Furthermore, he criticized past dictatorships for banning student unions, saying that only Sindh has lifted that ban.
He mentioned that despite having a youthful population, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has not hosted first-class cricket for over a decade which is question mark on the performance of provincial government.
