F.P. Report
PESHAWAR: Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Khan Gandapur, hosted the second consultative session titled “National Unity Against Terrorism” at the Chief Minister’s House Peshawar on Saturday. The meeting, convened under the directive of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, aimed to foster national unity against terrorism, seek sustainable solutions to national issues, and deliberate on establishing peace.
Leaders from various political and religious parties across the country attended the session. Participants emphasized that peace in Pakistan is contingent upon stability in Afghanistan; therefore, government-level negotiations with Afghanistan should commence promptly to address terrorism effectively.
It resolved that political and religious parties would collaborate to promote sectarian harmony, recognizing that establishing peace is paramount and urgently needed. While acknowledging that the Kurram district issue is regional, attendees warned it could escalate into a national concern, necessitating serious measures for a lasting resolution. The provincial government’s efforts, particularly those of the Chief Minister, in addressing the Kurram issue were commended.
Participants called on the government to ensure the supremacy of the constitution and the rule of law, and to prevent human rights violations nationwide. The meeting concluded that national reconciliation and political stability are essential for peace, prosperity, and economic development. To this end, a committee will be formed to engage all political parties.
The Chief Minister and the Information Advisor were praised for organizing the consultative session on critical national matters. Such meetings are expected to lay a strong foundation for sustainable peace, the eradication of terrorism, and the promotion of national reconciliation. There is a need to conduct similar activities at the district level nationwide, with the Milli Yakjehti Council pledging full support to the provincial government in this endeavor.
