PESHAWAR, Oct 26 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Monday stressed the need to preserve and promote the province’s rich historical heritage, cultural diversity and archaeological assets at the national and international levels.
He said this during a meeting with Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi at the Governor House.
The meeting discussed matters of mutual interest, preservation of national heritage, promotion of culture, protection of Gandhara civilization, archaeological sites and highlighting the historical and cultural wealth of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
They also exchanged views on promoting Pakistan’s heritage globally, including cultural linkages with countries such as Tajikistan and Afghanistan, besides discussing the significance of Sindh’s historical heritage.
Governor Kundi said Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations and possessed immense tourism potential, natural resources and invaluable archaeological heritage.
He emphasized that coordinated efforts were needed to project the province’s historical and cultural identity internationally.
He said the doors of the Governor House were always open for positive initiatives and called for enhanced cooperation in the fields of sports, tourism and culture. He also described women empowerment and youth engagement as key priorities for the province’s development.
The Governor appreciated Lok Virsa’s role in preserving Pakistan’s cultural heritage and welcomed the participation of people from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in its activities. The federal minister invited Governor Kundi to attend the Lok Virsa cultural event scheduled for November 27 in Islamabad and the Governor accepted.
During the meeting, Governor Kundi also proposed greater provincial representations in the Quaid-e-Azam Management Board.
Source: APP (Associated Press of Pakistan)
