KP Chief Secretary Orders Strict Measures to Ensure Fair Matric Exams

KP Chief Secretary Orders Strict Measures to Ensure Fair Matric Exams

Peshawar: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah chaired a high-level meeting to address transparency in matriculation exams. The meeting, attended via video link by the Education Secretary, all divisional commissioners, chairpersons of educational boards, and district education officers, focused on ensuring merit-based exams. Chief Secretary Shah emphasized that matric exams play a crucial role in shaping students’ futures, and the government is committed to reforms in the examination system.

To eliminate cheating, examination duties will be assigned strictly on merit. The Education Monitoring Authority (EMA), district administration, and the Special Branch will actively oversee the exams, with CCTV cameras installed where necessary. Grade 18 and higher-ranking officers will monitor the examinations, while assistant commissioners, instead of tehsildars, will inspect exam halls to prevent external interference. Officials with questionable records will not be assigned examination duties, and real-time monitoring will be conducted by EMA teams with daily reporting.

Strict action will be taken against those facilitating cheating, with no leniency for those involved. Exam halls in private educational institutions will be completely banned to prevent irregularities. Furthermore, student migrations between institutions after February 1 have been prohibited to stop unfair advantages through unnecessary transfers. Authorities will also conduct raids on stationery shops and photocopy centers near exam centers found selling cheating materials.

Cheating is undermining the education system, and the government is determined to implement a transparent and fair examination process to nurture capable and talented students for the country’s future, Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah asserted.

Governor KP Faisal Karim Kundi Addresses Security Challenges at IRS Islamabad Seminar

Governor KP Faisal Karim Kundi Addresses Security Challenges at IRS Islamabad Seminar

Islamabad: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi attended a seminar on security challenges as the chief guest at the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), Islamabad. The event was attended by IRS President Ambassador Johar Saleem, diplomats, scholars, researchers, students, and media representatives.

Addressing the seminar, Governor Kundi reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to peace and stability through strategic reforms. He highlighted Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s pivotal role in combating extremism and terrorism, praising the resilience and bravery of its people.

Governor Kundi emphasized that instability in Afghanistan directly affects Pakistan’s security, as cross-border movement of non-state actors contributes to terrorism and smuggling. He stressed that economic growth, good governance, and social development are essential in countering extremism.

He further noted that achieving stability requires promoting special economic zones, trade corridors, skill development, education, interfaith harmony, and social cohesion. He also warned against propaganda targeting national security institutions, extremist financing, cyber threats, and attacks on infrastructure, calling them conspiracies against the country’s sovereignty.

To eradicate extremism and terrorism, Governor Kundi urged all political parties to work together, emphasizing that national unity is crucial for long-term stability and security.

KP Government Introduces Smart Waste Management Framework for Cleaner and Healthier Cities

KP Government Introduces Smart Waste Management Framework for Cleaner and Healthier Cities

Peshawar: In a significant move to enhance cleanliness and waste management across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has approved the “Smart Waste Management Framework.” The initiative aims to ensure a clean and healthy environment for citizens by utilizing modern technology and efficient tracking mechanisms.

A formal directive has been issued from the CM Secretariat to the Chief Secretary, instructing the implementation of this framework. Under this plan, the activities of all Water and Sanitation Services Companies and Tehsil Municipal Administrations (TMAs) will be digitally monitored to improve operational efficiency and resource utilization. A key component of this initiative is the launch of the “Pak Saaf App,” which will enable real-time tracking of garbage collection across the province.

To strengthen the waste management system, designated garbage collection points will be established in urban areas, with plans for gradual expansion and enhanced monitoring. In rural areas, community-based waste collection systems, mobile waste units, and public engagement programs will be introduced.

The implementation will follow a phased approach under the Local Government Department. The first phase includes waste generation analysis and infrastructure mapping, the second phase focuses on app development and pilot projects, while the third phase ensures province-wide adoption of the tracking system. A robust grievance redressal mechanism will also be established to ensure transparency and efficiency. All relevant authorities have been instructed to submit an actionable plan with timelines for execution.