Sohail Afridi met Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V on Monday in Chitral, where the Ismaili leader assured investment in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The meeting focused on development opportunities, education projects, and healthcare initiatives in the province. Officials said the discussions highlighted future cooperation between the provincial government and the Aga Khan Development Network.
Prince Rahim arrived at Lower Chitral Airport during his week-long visit to Pakistan, his first since becoming the spiritual leader of the Ismaili community last year. Chief Minister Afridi said the meeting reviewed the province’s economic potential and government development priorities. He praised the services of the Aga Khan Foundation in education, healthcare, and community welfare.
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Speaking to reporters, Afridi said discussions also included establishing an Aga Khan University and hospital in Peshawar. He added that Prince Rahim assured support and investment for projects aimed at improving public services in the province. The chief minister later attended a reception ceremony held in Prince Rahim’s honour.
Earlier during his visit to Gilgit-Baltistan, Prince Rahim urged followers to strengthen unity, education, and faith within their communities. Addressing a gathering in Hunza’s Passu area, he said strong and united families build prosperous societies. He also encouraged communities to remain committed to harmony and social progress.
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Prince Rahim arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday and was received by Asif Ali Zardari at Nur Khan Air Base. During meetings in Islamabad, he reaffirmed the Aga Khan Development Network’s commitment to humanitarian and development work in Pakistan. Senior officials, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, attended events held in his honour.