In a move aimed at curbing the rising political instability in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the federal government has decided to issue an official warning to the provincial administration. On October 5, 2024, government sources revealed that the decision comes in response to the growing lawlessness in the province and the failure of the PTI-led KP government to address critical governance issues.
The warning is expected to focus on the KP government’s handling of security, particularly in the wake of recent protests and clashes between law enforcement and PTI supporters. The federal government has expressed concerns that the provincial administration is not taking adequate measures to maintain peace and order, and that continued inaction could lead to more severe consequences, including federal intervention.
Federal authorities have reportedly drafted a formal notice, which will outline specific areas of concern and give the KP government a limited time to respond with corrective measures. If the province fails to comply, the federal government may resort to invoking Article 234 of the Constitution, which allows for governor’s rule in case of a breakdown in provincial governance.
The PTI-led KP administration has responded by accusing the federal government of overstepping its boundaries and using heavy-handed tactics to undermine provincial autonomy. Senior PTI leaders argue that the federal government is attempting to stoke political tensions for its own gain, rather than focusing on resolving the core issues facing the province.
While the federal government maintains that the warning is necessary to restore order in the province, the KP administration insists that it is capable of handling the situation independently. Political analysts are closely watching the situation, as the federal government’s next move could escalate tensions between Islamabad and Peshawar.
