Islamabad: The federal government has reportedly approved constitutional measures for the imposition of Governor’s Rule and an emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under Articles 232 and 234 of the Constitution. The summary was sent to the President of Pakistan, who has reportedly signed it.

A meeting of the federal cabinet was held at the Prime Minister’s House, where Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif briefed cabinet members on the security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the ongoing threat of terrorism in the province.

During the meeting, the prime minister stated that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had been facing terrorism since 2010 and that approximately Rs8 billion had been provided to the province to address the issue.

He further stated that police personnel and law enforcement agencies had been targeted in numerous attacks over the past three years, alleging that the provincial government had failed to take effective measures to prevent such incidents.

The prime minister maintained that the provincial government had failed to manage administrative affairs in accordance with the Constitution, prompting the federal government to consider constitutional measures.

According to reports, following approval by the federal cabinet, the summary concerning the imposition of Governor’s Rule and an emergency was forwarded to the President’s House, where it was reportedly signed by the president.

Possible Implications of Governor’s Rule and Emergency

The imposition of Governor’s Rule could alter the powers of the provincial administration and its relationship with the federal government. However, the precise scope of administrative authority would depend on the relevant constitutional order and official notification.

Similarly, any restrictions on fundamental rights under an emergency would be subject to the Constitution and the terms of the order issued by the competent authorities