Traders stage protest against KP govt for 'ignoring' public issues

Traders stage protest against KP govt for 'ignoring' public issues
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Summary The protesters criticised the government for focusing on political protests instead of addressing the economic and administrative problems facing the province.

PESHAWAR (Dunya News) - The business community in Peshawar staged a protest against the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government, expressing strong reservations over its political activities, including long marches and sit-ins.

A large number of traders gathered at Provincial Assembly Square, where they held a protest demonstration and chanted slogans against the provincial government.

The protesters criticised the government for focusing on political protests instead of addressing the economic and administrative problems facing the province.

The traders said the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government should prioritise resolving public and business-related issues rather than organising long marches and sit-ins.

They maintained that the province is facing difficult economic conditions, while businesses are suffering and employment opportunities remain limited.

The business community urged the provincial government to take practical steps to improve the business environment, create employment opportunities and address the concerns of traders.

The protesters stressed that economic stability should be the government's primary focus.