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Minorities part of Pakistan
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Governor, Faisal Karim Kundi, on Sunday reiterated that the minority communities living in Pakistan are a proud part of the nation's social fabric and that it is the state's foremost responsibility to protect their rights.
In a meeting with the delegation from the Pakistan Peoples Party's Minority Wing during an Open Public Day event at the Governor House, the he said the Governor House remains open and welcoming to minority communities.
He highlighted that a record number of events for minority groups have been held at the Governor House, reflecting the administration's commitment to inclusion and welfare.
The delegation included PPP minority leaders and social activists such as Yousaf George, Kiramat Ghori, Arif Councillor, and Yasir Bhatti. The members discussed various issues faced by their communities.
Governor Kundi addressed one of the delegation's longstanding demands by confirming the appointment of a permanent Principal for Edwardes College.
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