JALALABAD (Pajhwok): Salim Kunduzi, the newly appointed governor to eastern Nangarhar province, on Saturday pledged to work for durable peace and fight corruption and vacate state land.
Ghulam Jilani Popal, director of Independent Directorate of Local Governance (IDLG), introduced the new governor in a ceremony arranged in his honour.
A number of tribal elders attended the gathering demanded the new governor peace and development of agriculture sector were their demands.
Jilani said Kunduzi was a qualified individual and served as acting minister of agriculture and livestock in the past.
Senate Chairman Fazal Hadi Muslimyar hoped Kunduzi would play active role in bringing peace and stability to the province.
Kunduzi promised to resolve all problems being faced by the people and he would make sure to hold face-to-face meetings with people to find out how their issues could be resolved.
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