PESHAWAR: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Adviser Barrister Dr. Saif has strongly rejected the allegations made by Federal Minister for Petroleum against the KP Chief Minister, hinting at possible legal action.
Responding to the federal minister’s statement, Barrister Saif stated that Ali Parvez Malik made false and fabricated accusations against CM Ali Amin Gandapur.
He clarified that the Chief Minister did not sign any documents related to the Mines and Minerals Bill, nor has any agreement been made with the federal government on the matter. He challenged the federal minister to present evidence to support his claims, otherwise, the KP government reserved the right to initiate legal proceedings for defamation.
Dr. Saif emphasised that the Mines and Minerals Bill was drafted solely with the province’s interests in mind, ensuring the protection and development of KP’s mineral resources. He said the bill was created without any external influence.
He added that while other provinces may have legislated under federal directives, KP has crafted its laws based on the will and benefit of its people.
Earlier, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Adviser Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, stated on Wednesday that KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur aims to free the minerals sector from the clutches of the mafia.
He said that the mafia was actively opposing the proposed amendments to the Mines and Minerals Act.
In his statement, Saif mentioned that the mafia is trying to sabotage the Chief Minister’s reform agenda. He questioned how they could give provincial powers to the federal government when they did not even acknowledge the federal government.
He emphasised that the CM’s stance was clear that they would not bow down to the mafia.
Saif further explained that the proposed amendments to the Mines and Minerals Act were not a secret matter.
“The aim of these amendments is to strengthen and make the minerals sector more profitable. The opposition’s opinion will be sought in the provincial assembly regarding the amendments,” he added.
Earlier, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Adviser, Barrister Dr. Saif, has strongly criticised the Punjab government, accusing it of continued fascist tactics even during Ramazan.
In his statement, Barrister Saif condemned the arrests of PTI workers in Punjab for commemorating Pakistan Day. He alleged that “fake princess” was issuing orders for PTI workers’ arrests from Saudi Arabia. “Last night, workers were even picked up from mosques and thrown into jails,” he alleged. “Seeing PTI rallies on Pakistan Day has terrified this fake government. The massive public turnout has stamped the ruling regime as illegitimate. On March 23, the people renewed their commitment to true independence,” he said. Barrister Saif added that the nationwide participation of PTI supporters was a referendum against the government. “From Khyber to Karachi, the people have reminded the ‘form 47 mafia’ of its actual standing. If this fake government has even an ounce of shame left, it should resign immediately,” he asserted. –Agencies
