Electioneering intensifies in Khyber

JAMRUD: Election rallies and processions in Khyber district intensified on Monday as candidates from various political parties led various activities.

Addressing a rally in Teddi Bazaar, PK-70 candidate Wahid Khan expressed his commitment to reducing poverty in the area if elected. He criticised the previous rulers for not taking effective measures to alleviate poverty and claimed that their actions have set the country back.

In the Ghundi area of Jamrud, both Shah Ji Gul, the candidate for NA-27, and his son Bilawal, the candidate for PK-70, shared their plans for advancing development projects. They renewed their commitment to working on projects to reduce unemployment in the region.

JUI candidate Hameedullah Jan, contesting for both NA-27 and PK-70, urged the public in the Sur Kamar area of Jamrud to vote for honest and dedicated individuals who can effectively address future challenges. He discouraged voting for those seeking power solely for amassing illegal wealth.

PTI candidate Iqbal Afridi, addressing a rally in Mania Khel area, asserted their continuous efforts for the welfare and what he called true freedom of the people, promising relentless dedication until their goals are achieved.

In the Kharki Abad area, ANP candidate for NA-27 Shah Hussain Shinwari and PK-70 candidate Salman Shah Afridi stated that ANP was the only party with a clear manifesto, which distinguished itself from others lacking comprehensive programmes for governing the country.

They pledged to prioritise the development and prosperity of tribal districts if ANP was voted to power in the province. They urged the public to support their party for success.