January 2, 2017, Peshawar: The latest episode of Sabawoon[i], flagship radio program of Center for Research and Security Studies (CRSS), reviewed the performance of KP government during the last year.
The key discussion points included the budget allocation for developmental schemes, collaborative projects with civil society organizations and increasing investment in health and education sectors. Moreover, the program highlighted the legislations by KP government to ensure transparency and accountability, right to public information and services and e-governance program.
The program was aired under the theme of Jarga Marrakka (debate and council) on Monday. Mr. Arif Yousaf, Advisor to KP Chief Minister, and Mr. Zahid Nadeem, Town-1 Nazim Peshawar, participated as the studio guests.
A radio report was included in the program. It highlighted the progress made by district governments in Mardan and Peshawar. Furthermore, the report shed light on the KP government’s investments in the secondary and higher levels of education.
Ten callers took part live in the program. They shared views about the performance of respective district governments regarding the initiation of developmental projects. They raised concerns about the lack of government attention towards some areas of development.
Mr. Arif Yousaf said: “The initiation of local government system is a big achievement of our government. It has an enabled us outreach every part of KP and has helped implement hundreds of small projects.”
Sabawoon airs Monday through Thursday on FM-101.5 Peshawar & DI Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM.
[i] Sabawoon is a flagship radio program by CRSS in the KP/FATA region, designed to highlight local issues, and promote fundamental global values such as women’s rights, rule of law, equal citizenry, democracy, governance and accountability. It airs four times a week, under four themes. On Monday, Jarga Marrakka covers current affairs and issues, coupled with government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Semi Jaaj gives a holistic regional overview of the most important stories across the length and breadth of KP/FATA. On Wednesday, Jwandai Jazbey covers issues most important to youth, students and females. Finally, on Thursday, Ranra covers social issues that have a cultural angle and/or impact.