Ali Amin Gandapur, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s chief minister, recently addressed correspondents. He asserted that dishonest indictments had been brought against Imran Khan and that they are currently dropping these cases. He emphasized that they would hold accountable those responsible for these baseless cases.
Criticism of Governor Faisal Karim Kundi
Remarks on the Governor’s Authority
During his speech, after inaugurating the Nasir Bagh Route DR 14 of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) in Peshawar. Gandapur did not shy away from criticizing Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi. He stated that the Governor had no authority to speak about him and went further to say that. He could evict the Governor from the Governor’s House if necessary.
Personal and Political Accusations
Gandapur was firm in his disassociation from the Governor, stating, “I have no relationship with the Governor, thieves are not my relatives, and I do not acknowledge such relationships.” He accused both the Governor and his leader of being thieves, threatening to cut off the Governor’s vehicles to emphasize his point.
Addressing Bilawal Bhutto’s Admission to Oxford
The Chief Minister also questioned the credibility of Bilawal Bhutto’s admission to Oxford University, challenging him to explain the basis of his entry to the nation. This statement intended to highlight Gandapur’s perception of a lack of meritocracy and transparency among his political adversaries.
Commitment to Quality Transport in Peshawar
Importance of Transport Development
Ali Amin Gandapur stressed the necessity of providing quality transport in Peshawar. He mentioned the introduction of affordable transport on additional routes, signaling a commitment to improving the infrastructure and accessibility of public transportation for the citizens of Peshawar.
Critique of Federal Budget Decisions
He condemned the removal of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s projects from the federal budget. They are labeling it as pettiness and an act of bad faith. “Removing our projects from the federal budget is a sign of their small-mindedness,” he remarked, emphasizing the adverse impact such decisions have on the region’s development.
Advocacy for Rights and Preparedness for Protest
Asserting Provincial Rights
The Chief Minister affirmed that he knows how to claim their rights and is prepared to protest if necessary. He declared that they know how to remove overbearing individuals and clarified that their actions are not intended to seek confrontation but to claim their rightful dues.
Political Strategy Against Opponents
He stated that they would not allow their opponents to become political martyrs but would ensure they turn into political deadweights. “He asserted that we will not let them become political martyrs; instead, we will see them as political deadweights,” underscoring his strategy against what he sees as incompetent rulers.
Ending the Fake Cases Against Imran Khan
Ali Amin Gandapur reiterated that they are now dismissing the fake cases against Imran Khan. He highlighted the injustices faced by Imran Khan, particularly focusing on the Cipher case. Ali Amin Gandapur clarified that they always said, ‘The cipher case is baseless,’ and this has kept Imran Khan in jail for a long time; it’s a joke – we should never let anything like this happen again. The end of his speech also highlighted some interesting things about Ali Amin Gandapur, such as his strong defense against any allegations towards Imran Khan, his criticism of political opponents, and his suggestions for improving transport infrastructure in Peshawar city. He emphasized ensuring transparency within government systems to protect everyone’s rights in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa territory.
