Urdu Report Desk
Major administrative changes are being considered in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with preparations reportedly completed for appointments and transfers involving deputy commissioners, secretaries and other senior officials. The possibility of imposing an emergency in 12 districts is also under consideration.
According to sources, lists of proposed appointments for divisional, regional and district police officers have also been prepared.
Emergency in 12 Districts Under Consideration
Sources said the initial proposal involves imposing an emergency in 12 districts of the province. However, any move to curtail the powers of Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and the provincial cabinet would depend on the outcome of negotiations between the government delegation and the opposition.
The federal government is weighing different options amid concerns over the chief minister’s statements and conduct.
Shehbaz Sharif Calls Meeting on Possible Measures
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called his close associates for consultations on Saturday, October 10, to discuss the political and administrative situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
According to sources, the meeting will consider several options, including imposing governor’s rule, declaring an emergency or giving political reconciliation another chance.
The federal government’s concerns regarding Chief Minister Sohail Afridi’s statements and conduct are also expected to be discussed.
PTI Leaders to Meet Sohail Afridi
Meanwhile, senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders are expected to meet Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Saturday to discuss the political situation and convey messages received at the federal level.
The proposed meeting is also expected to cover the ongoing PTI long march and its future course of action.
According to sources, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar and other party leaders are among those expected to participate.
Important Decisions Possible
Sources indicated that the meeting between the chief minister and PTI leadership could lead to important decisions concerning the party’s strategy and the evolving political situation.
However, no final decision on emergency measures, governor’s rule or changes to the provincial government’s powers has been confirmed in the information provided.
