Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur presented the provincial budget for Fiscal Year 2027, emphasizing financial discipline and resource mobilization. The budget outlines plans for austerity measures aimed at achieving financial stability amid economic challenges and reduced federal transfers. Key allocations include increased funding for social welfare programs, particularly focusing on education, healthcare, and targeted subsidies for vulnerable populations. CM Afridi announced initiatives to enhance revenue collection through improved tax administration and explore new economic opportunities. The budget also prioritizes security and law enforcement, allocating resources to strengthen policing and counter-terrorism efforts. Opposition parties have expressed concerns regarding the feasibility of revenue targets and the potential impact of austerity on essential services, promising detailed scrutiny during the assembly session. The total budget size is PKR 1.36 trillion.