DI Khan: Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi has expressed his intention to work toward the formation of a coalition government in the province, signaling potential political realignments amid ongoing tensions within the ruling party.
Speaking to the media in Dera Ismail Khan, Kundi stated that efforts are underway to bring together political forces to establish a coalition setup in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. His remarks come at a time when internal differences within Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the province’s ruling party, have been widely discussed in political circles.
Kundi claimed that certain members within PTI are dissatisfied and have been pushing for a change in the chief minister. He alleged that once the party leadership identified individuals he referred to as “Mir Jafar and Mir Sadiq”—terms historically used to describe traitors—the decision was made to replace the chief minister. While he did not provide specific names, the statement hints at deepening divisions within PTI’s ranks.
Highlighting his party’s position in the region, the governor said that Dera Ismail Khan has emerged as a stronghold of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). He emphasized that the district has elected the highest number of PPP representatives in the province, reflecting growing political support for his party in southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Kundi also addressed broader political dynamics, noting that meetings and contacts among political leaders are a routine part of the democratic process. He confirmed that communication channels with Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman remain open, suggesting the possibility of future سیاسی تعاون. However, he stopped short of confirming any formal alliance.
In addition to political developments, the governor raised concerns about what he described as attempts by certain عناصر to obstruct the Dera Ismail Khan airport project. He did not elaborate on who was behind these alleged efforts but stressed the importance of completing development projects for the benefit of the region.
Responding to a question about former Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, Kundi dismissed rumors regarding his possible return, calling them baseless. He remarked that once someone “gets off the PTI bus,” it becomes difficult for them to return, indicating skepticism about any سیاسی comeback for the former provincial leader.
Kundi’s statements suggest that the political landscape in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa may be heading toward a period of uncertainty and negotiation. If coalition efforts gain momentum, the province could witness significant shifts in governance and party alignments in the near future.
