Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province

Peshawar | ReNews Pakistan
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control Department has launched an intensified province-wide crackdown against property tax defaulters, sealing multiple properties and recovering significant outstanding dues across several districts.
According to officials, enforcement actions have been escalated against chronic defaulters who failed to clear their liabilities despite repeated notices. Authorities have also initiated legal proceedings in cases where non-compliance persists.
In Nowshera’s Jehangira area, several properties were sealed, and approximately Rs300,000 was recovered in a single day. Similar کارروائیاں in Mardan led to the sealing of multiple units and recovery of over Rs2.14 million, which has been deposited into the government treasury.
Operations were also carried out in Mansehra and Peshawar, including commercial hubs such as Karkhano Market, where properties were sealed over non-payment of taxes.
Officials reiterated that the campaign will continue across the province and urged property owners to clear their outstanding dues promptly to avoid penalties, property sealing, and further legal action.

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Secretary Shahab Ali Shah has emphasized that a greener province is essential to address environmental protection and climate change challenges, as the government launched a large-scale tree plantation campaign on Pakistan Day.
The “Ehsaas Shajar” drive was formally inaugurated in Nowshera, where the chief secretary planted a sapling at the AFU Range located on Azakhel Spin Kani Charat Road. The ceremony was attended by senior officials, including the provincial forest secretary, Deputy Commissioner Nowshera Irfanullah Mehsud, forest authorities, police officials, civil society members, teachers, and students.
Marking Pakistan Day, the campaign set a record target of planting one million saplings across the province in a single day on an official level, with active participation from the public. Plantation activities were carried out simultaneously at 285 locations throughout Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Addressing the ceremony, the chief secretary stated that promoting greenery in the province is crucial for ensuring a safe, prosperous, and sustainable future for Pakistan. He added that Pakistan Day serves as a reminder to renew commitment towards serving the nation with integrity and dedication.
To ensure transparency and effective monitoring, the KP IT Board has established a digital web portal and a central control system, enabling real-time tracking of plantation activities through mobile images and live video feeds. A central control room has also been set up by the forest department to oversee the campaign.
Citizens have been encouraged to actively participate by planting trees in their homes and communities and sharing their contributions through the official portal.
The provincial government has pledged to continue the campaign, with a future target of planting 1.4 million saplings on August 14 to further expand forest cover.
Separately, Deputy Commissioner Nowshera Irfanullah Mehsud also took part in the campaign by planting a sapling at the DC House. He stated that 25,000 saplings have already been distributed across the district among government departments, youth groups, volunteers, and civil society, with additional plantation efforts underway to meet provincial targets.
Officials reiterated that tree planting not only improves environmental conditions but also ensures a safer and healthier future for the coming generations.

Peshawar: ReNews Pakistan
The government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is examining a proposal to construct a second ring road in Peshawar to address the growing traffic pressure in the provincial capital.
The proposal was discussed during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, where officials reviewed development priorities for the Peshawar region and considered major infrastructure initiatives.
According to officials, the proposed second ring road, also referred to as the Outer Ring Road, is expected to be approximately 31 kilometres long and will primarily cover the southern areas of the city where traffic congestion has significantly increased in recent years.
Preliminary estimates suggest that the project may cost between Rs50 billion and Rs60 billion. The new road is intended to complement the existing ring road network and improve connectivity for commuters while facilitating smoother traffic flow across the city.
Officials also informed the meeting that suitable interchanges would be incorporated into the project to improve accessibility, while coordination with the National Highway Authority is being considered to link the project with major transport corridors, including the Peshawar Bus Terminal.
The chief minister directed relevant departments to conduct a detailed feasibility study and ensure that future urban growth and transportation needs are taken into account during planning.
Authorities believe the proposed ring road will not only help reduce congestion but also promote commercial activity and support the expanding urban landscape of Peshawar.