Kundi says justice is crucial for development of society

PESHAWAR
Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, on Friday emphasized that social justice is crucial for the development of any society. He said that if justice is not delivered promptly, public trust in the justice system erodes.
He urged lawyers to play a significant role in ensuring swift and affordable justice. The Governor also highlighted his party’s consistent support for lawyers and noted that many prominent positions in the country have been filled by lawyers.
The Governor said these remarks during a meeting with a delegation from the Association of International Lawyers, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chapter, at the Governor House Peshawar. The delegation, led by Association President Waqar Khan Advocate, included Vice President Fiza Nizami, General Secretary Shahid Aziz, Advocate Hashmat Sadozai, Advocate Javed Iqbal Marwat, and other officials and cabinet members from various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The delegation congratulated the Governor on assuming his constitutional role and presented him a bouquet.
They informed the Governor about their organization’s mission to uphold judicial independence, rule of law, and human rights. The Association of International Lawyers is also working globally for the welfare of lawyers and resolving their issues.
The delegation shared that the Association has established Human Rights Committees in various districts, leading to legal assistance for families and the resolution of several cases. They are also working on child protection and other human rights issues.
Female lawyers in the delegation suggested to the Governor that there should be government-sponsored scholarships and professional development training programs for female lawyers both domestically and internationally.
In response, Governor Faisal Karim Kundi praised the Association’s role and underscored the critical importance of lawyers in the swift delivery of justice. He acknowledged that lawyers act as a bridge between the public and the judiciary, significantly contributing to the rule of law and democratic values.
Regarding universities, the Governor noted that the provincial government has allocated only 3 billion rupees for 34 universities, leading to financial difficulties. He mentioned initiatives to start free IT classes at each university and vocational training in collaboration with NEVTEC.
He concluded by emphasizing the need for collective efforts to advance the province’s development and prosperity and distributed certificates to the Association’s officials.