Anees Takar
MARDAN: A recent controversy arose in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) as Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Iftikhar Ali Mashwani clarified the nature of an invitation extended by a military commander to the provincial cabinet. The invitation, it was clarified, was solely for an iftar dinner, dispelling rumors of an official meeting.
In a statement to the media, MPA Iftikhar Ali Mashwani emphasized that no official meeting of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa cabinet took place at the 11 Core Headquarters with Corps Commander. He explained that the invitation extended by the commander was for an iftar dinner during which a security briefing was provided, an area falling within the commander’s domain.
MPA Mashwani further asserted that the 11 Core would not interfere in matters pertaining to the provincial government and neither should it. He underscored the importance of maintaining the autonomy of the provincial government.
In an effort to address the escalating situation, MPA Iftikhar Ali Mashwani issued a statement to media outlets, urging the public to refrain from spreading propaganda against the provincial cabinet on social media platforms. He called for responsible conduct and emphasized the need to refrain from sensationalizing the situation.
The clarification comes amidst growing tensions and speculations regarding the nature of the invitation and its implications on the relationship between the provincial government and the military establishment. As the situation unfolds, stakeholders are keenly observing developments to ensure transparency and accountability in governance.
