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8th Meeting of PSC for KP Irrigated Agriculture Improvement Project

The 8th meeting of the Project Steering Committee of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Irrigated Agriculture Improvement Project was held under the chairmanship of Mr. Islam Zaib, Additional Chief Secretary, Planning and Development Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The Additional Chief Secretary was briefed on the physical and financial progress of the project. Following detailed deliberations, the Annual Work Plan for 2026-27 was approved.
Mr. Islam Zaib emphasized the need for timely implementation of activities to achieve project targets and ensure maximum benefits for farmers in the project area.
The project has achieved several key milestones, including the installation of the High-Efficiency Irrigation System (HEIS) package, the construction of water storage tanks, and the provision of laser land leveling units.

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Meeting Regarding Accountability and Redressal of Public Grievances

A special meeting was held under the chairmanship of Additional Chief Secretary Islam Zeb regarding further promotion of accountability and intercession in the Planning and Development Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. A meeting was held under the chairmanship of Additional Chief Secretary Islam Zeb regarding further promotion of transparency and accountability in the Planning and Development Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The meeting was attended by the Secretary of the Department, Chiefs of Sections and representatives of affiliated institutions. During the meeting, the Additional Chief Secretary directed to immediately activate the front desk. He clarified that the complaint cell is already established and functional where citizens can register their complaints. On this occasion, he directed that a list of all the facilities directly provided by the department be compiled and the relevant forum be made accessible for the convenience of the public. The meeting also emphasized the need to review the regulations so that obstacles hindering public service can be removed. The Additional Chief Secretary also stressed on making the system for immediate redressal of citizens’ problems more effective. At the end of the meeting, he issued instructions that the department should ensure the organization of “e-Khli Kachhari” up to the district level so that the public can directly access the authorities.

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M&E Team Visited GGDC Mandani Charssada

Monitoring and Evaluation Team of Planning and Development Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa visits Government Girls Degree College Mandani, District Charsadda
A video recently went viral on social media regarding a part of the protective wall of Government Girls Degree College Mandani, District Charsadda. On the special instructions of Additional Chief Secretary, Planning and Development Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Monitoring and Evaluation Wing team immediately visited the project site.
During the visit, the team made a detailed review of the ongoing construction, inspected the administrative affairs of the project and checked the quality and quantity of the work as per the approved PC-1, technical aspects and standards. The team also compiled a detailed report based on the on-site observation. Instructions were issued to the concerned authorities to ensure the work as per the approved quantity and quality and the remaining work should be completed as soon as possible without compromising on quality.
The Monitoring and Evaluation Wing of the Planning and Development Department is actively working to ensure transparency, quality and timely completion of ongoing development projects across the province. In this regard, special meetings have also been held recently with monitoring and planning wings across the province to further improve transparency and accountability.

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Meeting Regarding Transparency and Accountability

In light of the orders of the provincial government, a special meeting was held with the monitoring and planning wings of the Planning and Development Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regarding transparency and accountability.
An important meeting of the District Monitoring and Planning Wings of the Planning and Development Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was held through video link under the chairmanship of Secretary Planning and Development Department Mr. Adeel Shah.
The officers participating in the meeting were urged to carry out field work in their respective districts with complete impartiality and transparency. The Secretary P&D directed that redressal of public grievances should be ensured in all cases and no grievance should be ignored.
In addition, he directed all the concerned staff to provide complete facilities to the public and take all possible steps for timely resolution of their problems.

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KP Government Completed Category-C Hospital in Balakot, Mansehra District

On the directions of Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mr. Muhammad Sohail Khan Afridi, the Planning and Development Department along with the concerned department has completed and made functional a Category-C Hospital in Balakot, Mansehra District.
The newly constructed Category-C Hospital Balakot is located at the gateway of Kaghan and Naran. This 110-bed hospital will provide quality medical facilities not only to the local population but also to the domestic and foreign tourists visiting throughout the year. The hospital has all the basic and specialized departments including General Surgery, General Medicine, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Ophthalmology, Ear Nose and Throat, Orthopedics, Accident and Emergency, Labor Room, ICU and Dental.
The project was completed at a cost of Rs. 924.5 million.
This is the only Category-C hospital in the tourist belt of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Its completion will provide modern diagnostic and treatment facilities in the area, increase the capacity of patients and provide health services as per international standards. The operationalization of this hospital will reduce the burden of patients on the District Headquarters Hospital, Mansehra and other major hospitals, and the residents of Balakot and adjacent areas will be provided with timely and quality health facilities in their area.

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ACS KP Met UNICEF Chief WASH Pakistan, Ms.Cindy Kushner, And Her Team

Planning & Development Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Committed to Streamlining WASH Activities Under a Unified Plan
A meeting with UNICEF, Chief WASH Pakistan, Ms. Cindy Kushner and her team was held under the chairmanship of Additional Chief Secretary, Planning and Development Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mr. Islam Zaib.
The meeting reviewed ongoing WASH-related initiatives and deliberated on the way forward to streamline efforts and address sectoral challenges in a more organized and coordinated manner.
The Additional Chief Secretary was briefed on the trend analysis of water and sanitation, with a detailed discussion on urban, rural, and accessibility aspects across the province.
Representatives from ADB and the World Bank also attended the meeting and were consulted on interventions within the scope of their respective programs.
Emphasizing the need for integrated planning, the Additional Chief Secretary directed that a comprehensive WASH Plan be developed to cover all activities and timelines under a single framework. He further stressed the importance of addressing ground vulnerabilities to ensure sustainable outcomes.
The Additional Chief Secretary also directed that a meeting of the Joint Sector Review be convened at the earliest

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KP Government Completed Jhangra Dem in Abbottabad District

One of the top priorities of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, the Jhangra Dam, has been completed in Abbottabad district. The project was completed by the Planning and Development Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, along with the concerned line departments.
The dam has been constructed on the Jhangra Khor, which is located near Jhangra village and about 8 miles east of Kakol. A main canal has also been constructed under the project, which will irrigate 2,000 acres of cultivable land. The total cost of the project is Rs. 85 crore.
The completion of the Jhangra Dam will boost the agriculture sector. Farmers will be provided with regular irrigation facilities, which will increase crop production. The project will provide new employment opportunities to the local people, stabilize the rural economy and usher in a new era of prosperity in the area. Moreover, the effective use of water will also help in controlling the flood situation and protecting the environment.

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Front Desk is Established for the Public Convenience

In light of the special instructions of the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a “Front Desk” has been established in the Planning and Development Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for the convenience of citizens, which is fully functional for receiving written complaints.

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Special Podcast With The Secretary P&D

Special podcast with Secretary Planning and Development Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Mr. Adeel Shah regarding Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s development planning, ongoing mega projects, annual development program and future development vision.

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World Bank Pipeline Projects Reviewed

A meeting regarding the World Bank’s pipeline projects was held with the Country Director, World Bank Pakistan, Ms. Bolormaa Amgaabazar and her team, under the chairmanship of the Additional Chief Secretary, Planning and Development Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mr. Islam Zaib.
The pipeline projects were deliberated. The implementation arrangements and preparedness for these projects were discussed. Both sides agreed to take all necessary steps to ensure smooth execution and better delivery of these initiatives.
The Additional Chief Secretary directed all relevant departments, project teams, and sections to expedite required actions and fulfill all prerequisites for the timely launch and implementation of these projects.
The meeting also reviewed the current World Bank portfolio in the province.
Additional Chief Secretary also thanked the Country Director and the World Bank team for their continued and valuable partnership with the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

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