Regional Review of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA)
The latest episode of Da Simay Jaaj (regional review) discussed several public issues such as education, health, sports, and developmental projects in different parts of KP. The show contained reports on:
Problems faced by students of Government Primary School, Mohmand Agency, due to the lack of proper building and other basic facilities.
The international skiing competition in Malam Jabba, Swat, organized by Pakistan Army to promote peace and tourism in the region.
Upgradation of 17 government schools in Dera Ismail Khan District and the demand of local people to boost the literacy rate and increase the teachers’ attendance at schools.
KP’s Governor, Mr. Iqbal Zafar Jhagra’s visit to North Waziristan Agency and announcement of developmental schemes for the region.
The strike by Para Medical Association of Kohat District because of the non-payment of salaries since August 2016.
Listeners’ Response: Three listeners from North Waziristan Agency shared their feedback in the show through live calls. They appreciated the initiation of developmental schemes but lamented that after the commencement, such projects were usually not covered by financial backing. They urged the government to ensure the sustainable working of these schemes in the long run.
About Sabawoon
Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). It is designed to highlight the local issues and promote the fundamental governance values, such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry. The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM. On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input from government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA regions. Jwandai Jazbey airs on Wednesday and deals with issues of relevance to, and significance for, youth, students and women. Socio-cultural affairs are discussed in Ranra on Thursday.