Students have called for the creation of smaller administrative units in Pakistan, saying the move could improve governance, strengthen administrative control and help address public issues more effectively.
Speaking about the ongoing debate over the creation of new provinces, students in Peshawar said smaller administrative units would make it easier for citizens to approach government authorities and ensure more effective administration across different regions.
They said dividing existing provinces could also have implications for the distribution of financial resources and the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award.
The students maintained that administrative control becomes more effective when provinces cover smaller geographical areas, allowing authorities to respond more efficiently to local needs and public concerns.
They also believed that smaller administrative units could lead to a fairer distribution of resources while providing greater representation and influence to local political voices.
Citizens also expressed support for the proposal, arguing that having multiple chief ministers and smaller provincial administrations could make governance more manageable and responsive across different regions.
Supporters of the creation of new provinces and administrative units believe the move could contribute to balanced national development, improve service delivery and enable governments to address public problems more effectively.
