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Eternal quest for privileges
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly passed the Powers, Immunities and Privileges Act, 2026, raising concerns over transparency and granting MPAs privileges like court exemptions, mandatory officer attendance at meetings, and security upgrades. Critics highlight issues such as delayed public access to the law, potential judicial inefficiency, and financial burdens from extended security and travel allowances.
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