CM vows comprehensive health, education sector improvement

PESHAWAR
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur has officially inaugurated the newly established Institute of Health Sciences under the University of Peshawar.
The institute will offer BS degree programs in seven diverse fields, including Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiology, Cardiology, Dental Technology, Surgical Technology, Optometry, and Emergency Services, said a handout.
Looking ahead, the institute plans to expand its academic offerings to include BS Nursing and other health technologies, the statement said.
During the inauguration ceremony, CM Gandapur highlighted the significance of this initiative as a practical step toward the provincial government’s vision of creating financially stable and sustainable government universities.
He praised the university administration for their swift execution in establishing the institute and expressed hope that the objectives of the institute would be successfully achieved.
The Chief Minister emphasized that the Institute of Health Sciences would address the shortage of trained professionals in the health sector, contributing to both the financial stability of the university and the enhancement of the healthcare system in the province. He also noted the importance of making institutions self-sufficient, stating that when institutions stand on their own feet, the province will thrive.
In his speech, CM Gandapur also outlined various reforms that have been implemented in the province, such as the establishment of a debt management fund and measures to increase the provincial revenue by 45cp. Additionally, he reiterated the government’s commitment to improving healthcare and education, stating that while the construction of new buildings takes time, they are utilizing existing structures to begin teaching and learning processes immediately.
Furthermore, the Chief Minister announced that the long-standing issue of promotions for University of Peshawar faculty members would be resolved as a priority.
He stressed the importance of transferring authority to lower levels in order to improve service delivery, reinforcing his belief that empowering institutions and people would lead to stronger development.
The event was also attended by Provincial Minister for Higher Education Meena Khan Afridi, Secretary of Higher Education Kamran Ahmed Afridi, and Vice Chancellor of the University of Peshawar, Professor Dr Muhammad Naeem Qazi, who also addressed the ceremony.