Kundi rules out no-confidence move against CM

PESHAWAR:

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi on Wednesday clarified that there is no intention to bring a no-confidence motion against Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, stating that if the opposition gains a majority, it would be within their constitutional right to do so.

Speaking at the oath-taking ceremony of the newly elected cabinet of the Video Journalists Association at the Governor's House in Peshawar, Kundi emphasized that while politics has its place, conflicts cannot be resolved through smiles alone. "We have recommended civil awards for those who saved lives during the Swat tragedy," he said.

He praised Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's journalists for their frontline role in the war against terrorism and pledged to advocate for their rights on every forum. "Journalists from this province have made great sacrifices. Their role cannot be overlooked," he stated.

Responding to a question about Chief Minister Gandapur attending the Chief Justice's oath-taking ceremony, the Governor said, "If someone visits your home, you show them respect - that is our tradition and culture."

Kundi added that although there is no current plan for a no-confidence move against the CM, "if someone is exercising their democratic right, we will stand with them." He also noted that if PTI achieves parity in other provinces, they too have the right to bring a no-confidence motion.

Following the tragic incident in Swat, the provincial branch of the Red Crescent has been provided with ambulances and emergency boats to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The Governor announced that volunteers who saved lives during the Swat tragedy will be sent on Umrah and that five additional boats will be made available, which will remain in coordination with volunteer Hilal Khan.

Earlier in the ceremony, Governor Kundi administered oaths to the newly elected office bearers. Senior journalist Amjad Aziz Malik moderated the event.