Enhancing the province\u2019s soft image would contribute positively to Pakistan\u2019s overall international reputation: Governor KP
\nISLAMABAD, Jan 8 (APP): Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, on Wednesday said that those who serve humanity are highly valued, emphasizing the need for active social welfare organizations in the province to contribute to the betterment of society.
\nThe Governor said this during a meeting with Asif Chishti, Head of Operations at Muslim Aid Pakistan, who briefed him about the organization\u2019s relief work in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including flood-affected areas in Chitral and Upper and Lower Dir.
\nGovernor Kundi acknowledged the importance of social organizations in helping the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and said that the residents of the southern districts of the province such as Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, Lakki Marwat, Bannu, Karak, and Waziristan are also awaiting assistance from these organizations.
\nHe commended the Red Crescent Society of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for its active role in emergency situations through out the province.
\nHe called for collaboration between Muslim Aid and the Red Crescent to further enhance welfare activities in the province.
\nDuring the meeting, it was also decided that, ahead of the holy month of Ramadan, food items and tents would be provided to the people affected by the floods in Kurram.
\nChairman of the Red Crescent Society Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Habib Malik Orakzai, was also present at the meeting.
\nMeanwhile, Director of the Chinese construction company, Overseas Representative Office Union, Li Ping, met with the Governor Faisal Karim Kundi.
\nDuring the meeting, Li Ping briefed the Governor about the ongoing construction work on the N-5 in Sindh.
\nGovernor Kundi praised the company\u2019s work and suggested that the company consider participating in the Chashma Lift Canal project.
\nHe highlighted that the Chashma Lift Canal is not only a key development project for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa but for the entire country.
\nHe emphasized that the involvement of globally recognized companies in the project is crucial for its sustainability and long-term success.
\nSimilarly, Renowned political and social figure from Oxford, Pakistan-born, Mumtaz Fareed Nartopa, also called on Governor Faisal Karim Kundi.
\nDuring the meeting, they discussed various topics, including the security situation in the province, women empowerment, youth engagement, peace-building efforts, and initiatives to promote the province\u2019s soft image.
\nGovernor Kundi emphasized that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is home to many talented youth, and it is essential to encourage and support them.
\nHe further said that enhancing the province\u2019s soft image would contribute positively to Pakistan\u2019s overall international reputation.
\nMumtaz Fareed Nartopa praised the Governor\u2019s efforts, particularly in promoting interfaith harmony and inter-sectarian unity at the Governor\u2019s House.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Enhancing the province\u2019s soft image would contribute positively to Pakistan\u2019s overall international reputation: Governor KP ISLAMABAD, Jan 8 (APP): Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, on Wednesday said that those who serve humanity are highly valued, emphasizing the need for active social welfare organizations in the province to contribute to the betterment of society. The […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-454240","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-top-news"},"yoast_head":"\n