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, the unavailability of safe drinking water, power shortage and effects of the damaged irrigation system on farming.
The program reviewed the celebration of World Water Day in KP and its importance in curbing the issues related to the shortage of clean drinking water throughout Pakistan. In addition, the problems of the local people in the district of Charsadda were illuminated. The deficient irrigation system for agricultural land has a negative impact on the agricultural production of the region. According to a report, 80% of households in Charsadda depend on income from agriculture.
Moreover, the issues faced by locals due to the electricity load shedding were discussed in detail.
Another point of discussion was the unavailability of basic health facilities for residents of the Frontier Regions of Bannu. Although health threats are constantly increasing, the authorities in charge do not act in response.
The program concluded with emphasizing a literary and musical event in Mohmand Agency, which was organized to support the resumption of the peace process in the region.
Callers Response:
Four callers shared their views live in the program. They stressed on the role of government agencies in resolving public issues and urged public representatives to resolve the issues faced by locals.
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.