Will make English, Urdu, Arabic compulsory at primary level: Aimal Wali

PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) president of the Awami National Party (ANP), Aimal Wali Khan, has expressed condolences to the families affected by the recent Bajaur bomb blast, while making a series of commitments outlining his party’s vision should they come to power.

His pledges included providing free education in all government universities, a monthly stipend of Rs 5,000 for female students, and an annual research grant to scholars.

His plans also featured provisions for jobs and interest-free loans to 30 million youths and making job testing free of charge.

Khan committed to undertaking affordable power projects and opening sixteen permanent corridors with Afghanistan, aiming to bolster cross-border trade and relations.

Emphasising the potential of KP, a region rich in resources, Khan underscored the need for effective leadership. A staunch opponent of corruption, he vowed to continue his crusade against this widespread issue.

In terms of education, Khan planned to make English, Urdu, and Arabic compulsory at the primary level. He also stressed the importance of foreign trade, asserting it should be pursued regardless of the circumstances.

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Khan insisted on stringent action against those aiding terrorists and called for rigorous measures against terrorist operatives. He reiterated the ANP’s unequivocal stance against terrorism.

On democratic rights, Khan affirmed the right to protest but condemned intrusion into personal residences.