Regional Review on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA)
The latest episode of Da Simay Jaaj (regional review) discussed several public issues, such as inadequate telecommunication services, negligance of local government representatives, absence of NADRA office and a recent development in Gomal University.
During the program public grievances about the role of local government representatives in resolving local issues and initiating development schemes in district Kohat were brought into light.
Moreover, problems due to the ban on internet and telecommunication services faced by residents of Khyber Agency were discussed. Internet service has been blocked since the emergence of recent tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Another point of discussion was the demand of locals from Lower Kurram Agency for the establishment of a National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) office to overcome their issues.
Furthermore it was discussed, how the ban on two sites in Mohmand Agency, imposed by the political administration, effected the Marble industry. Locals are demanding for the re-opening of these sites as marble industry is the major source of income in the region.
The program concluded with the appreciation of establishing a Television Studio in Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan.
Callers Response:
Five callers shared their views during program. They urged the government to facilitate the public rather than creating hurdles for them.
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.