{"id":525179,"date":"2026-01-13T00:21:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T19:21:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=525179"},"modified":"2026-01-13T00:21:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T19:21:15","slug":"shafi-jan-defends-kp-govts-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/shafi-jan-defends-kp-govts-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"Shafi Jan defends KP govt\u2019s performance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>DLP Report<br \/>\nPESHAWAR<br \/>\nSpecial Assistant on Information for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Shafi Jan, has strongly criticized a recent statement by Prime Minister\u2019s Special Coordinator and PML-N leader Ikhtiar Wali, calling it a reflection of political dishonesty and ignorance.<br \/>\nIn his response, Jan accused Wali of attempting to deflect attention from the federal government\u2019s failures and urged him to focus on addressing the issues within the federation instead of blaming the provincial administration.<br \/>\nCM aide on information labeled Wali\u2019s criticism as \u201cpanic-driven\u201d and \u201cpolitically dishonest,\u201d asserting that the claims about poor governance were an attempt to cover up the federal government\u2019s shortcomings. He emphasized that instead of criticizing KP\u2019s leadership, Wali should first be accountable for the federal government\u2019s own failures, particularly in handling issues such as inflation, unemployment, and the growing cost of living, which have made life increasingly difficult for ordinary citizens.<br \/>\n\u201cBefore pointing fingers at provincial governance, those who claim there is no governance in KP should answer for the performance of the federal government,\u201d Jan stated.<br \/>\n\u201cThe policies of the federation, especially under the current leadership, have left the people burdened with rising prices and unemployment.\u201d<br \/>\nHe went on to defend the provincial government, highlighting the tireless work being done under the leadership of Chief Minister Mahmood Khan. Despite the federal government\u2019s decision to halt vital funding, Jan praised the provincial Police for their bravery and dedication in combating terrorism. \u201cThe provincial government is committed to the welfare of the people and continues to work day and night to ensure their safety and well-being,\u201d he added.<br \/>\n\u201cThose who lecture on corruption must explain the growing number of scandals emerging from the federation. Who is responsible for the Rs 5300 billion corruption scandal?\u201d he asked.<br \/>\n\u201cInstead of engaging in political rhetoric, Ikhtiar Wali should reflect on his own failures and the federal government\u2019s record. The people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa deserve respect and accountability,\u201d Jan added.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DLP Report PESHAWAR Special Assistant on Information for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Shafi Jan, has strongly criticized a recent statement by Prime Minister\u2019s Special Coordinator and PML-N leader Ikhtiar Wali, calling it a reflection of political dishonesty and ignorance. 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