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PESHAWAR, Feb 16 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, on Sunday, emphasized that the Provincial government should focus on creating sports opportunities for the youth to highlight the name of the country.
The Governor attended the final match of the Chitral Cricket Championship 2025 at the University of Peshawar as the chief guest.
The final match was played between Chitral Hunters and Upper Chitral Titans. After the match, the Governor presented the winning team with the trophy and congratulated the players.
In his speech during the event, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi expressed concern over the lack of cricket grounds in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, especially in Chitral district.
He also pointed out that the Arbab Niaz Cricket Stadium in the province remains incomplete, while the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has completed the renovation of stadiums in Karachi and Lahore in a short period.
The Governor highlighted that the development of sports grounds in the province would help enhance the country’s reputation, and the government would take practical steps in this direction.
Faisal Karim Kundi further expressed his commitment to promoting sports in Chitral and assured that sports facilities would be developed there.
He also congratulated the administration of Chitral Hunter Club, especially Shahid Khan Shinwari, for their efforts.
Meanwhile, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has expressed deep regret over an incident in which a lecturer at University of Malakand allegedly harassed female students.
The Governor said that the police, district administration, and university authorities must ensure a transparent investigation into the matter.
He expressed his shock and sorrow upon hearing about the inappropriate behavior from a teacher, emphasizing that such shameful incidents are equivalent to pushing women backwards in both education and society.
Governor Kundi further said that the traditions and values of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa do not permit such disgraceful actions in any circumstance.
He called for strict action against individuals who harm the future of young people, particularly in higher educational institutions.