Peshawar — Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has announced the formation of his 13-member provincial cabinet, ending weeks of speculation over the composition of his team.
According to the official summary forwarded to Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, the cabinet includes 10 provincial ministers, two advisers, and one special assistant. The Governor has signed the summary, and the oath-taking ceremony is set to be held at the Governor House at 3 pm today.
The list of ministers features several prominent figures: Meena Afridi, Arshad Ayub Khan, Amjad Ali, Aftab Alam Khan, Fazal Shakoor Khan, Khaliq-ur-Rehman, Riaz Khan, Syed Fakhar Jahan, and Aqibullah Khan.
In addition, Muzammil Aslam and Taj Muhammad have been appointed as advisers to the Chief Minister, while Shafi Jan will serve as the special assistant.
The announcement comes after days of political maneuvering and consultations within the ruling party. Sources indicate that the cabinet reflects a balance of experience and regional representation, aiming to strengthen governance in the province.
Observers note that the new cabinet will face immediate challenges, including addressing governance gaps, managing provincial finances, and responding to security concerns in the region. However, the inclusion of both seasoned politicians and relatively new faces suggests an attempt to blend continuity with fresh perspectives.
The oath-taking ceremony later today will formally mark the beginning of the new cabinet’s tenure, setting the stage for policy implementation under Chief Minister Afridi’s leadership