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 health, life security, local bodies’ budget and encroachment in different areas of KP and FATA.
In the first report, the issue of central jail Mingora Swat was discussed, which was destroyed in the earthquake of 2005. Since October 2005 till date, thousands of accused belonging to Swat were sent to jail at district Bunir and Lower Dir Temargara. Keeping them in these far-flung areas (other districts) creates hurdles to the police, lawyers and the families of the accused as well.
Senior advocate and well known human right defender Sher Mohammad Khan, speaking as a telephonic guest insisted that the government should complete their work as soon as possible. He promised that he will raise the issue in Bar Association and draw the attention of the district courts as well.
The second report was about the contaminated drinking water in Tehsil Shabqadar district Charsadda and the non-functional tube well in the area. The report mentioned that the underground water level in the area is very high and gets mixed with the sewerage water. There are five tube wells which are non-functional. The report suggested that the elected members should resolve the issue.
The third report pointed out the irregularities in approval of annual budget 2017-18 of District Council Kohat. Naib Nazim Kohat Mr. Abdul Rashed took part in the show as telephonic guest and accepted the allegations. He mentioned that he will go to the court because he thinks that the approval of the budget is illegal.
In the last report Mr. Mohammad Rehan mentioned the poor conditions of the road in Kurram Agency.
There were sixteen calls during the show of which twelve calls were aired live. The callers took keen interest in the show and openly discussed their local issues through telephone.
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.