No.PA/Khyber Pakhtunkhwa/Bills-35/2025/1512
21-January-2025
Provincial Assembly Secretariat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
KP Provincial Assembly Gazette Publication of Universities Amendment Act, 2024:
The Provincial Assembly Secretariat of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has officially announced the enactment of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Universities (Amendment) Act, 2024. This significant legislative step reflects the commitment of the provincial government to enhance and reform the higher education system in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Bill, passed by the Provincial Assembly on December 6, 2024, and subsequently assented to by the Governor on December 23, 2024, has now been published as an Act under the title “The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Universities (Amendment) Act, 2024” (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Act No. XXV of 2024). This notification serves not only as a formal declaration but also as an essential administrative process to ensure its timely dissemination and implementation.
The Act’s publication in the Gazette marks an important milestone in the legal and operational framework governing universities in the province. By taking this step, the Provincial Assembly has demonstrated its dedication to maintaining transparency and accessibility, allowing all stakeholders, including universities, students, and the general public, to familiarize themselves with the provisions of this new legislation. Notification Describes;
FOR THE EXTRAORDINARY GAZETTE ISSUE OF
THE KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA
PROVINCIAL ASSEMBLY SECRETARIAT
KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA
NOTIFICATION
Dated Peshawar, the 21/01/2025.
No.PA/Khyber Pakhtunkhwa/Bills-35/2025/1512. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Universities (Amendment) Bill, 2024 having been passed by the Provincial Assembly of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on 06th December, 2024 and is deemed to have been assented by the Governor of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on 23rd December, 2024 is hereby published as an Act of the Provincial Legislature of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
THE KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA UNIVERSITIES (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2024.
(KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA ACT NO. XXV OF 2024)
(First published after having received the assent of the Governor of the
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the Gazette of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
(Extraordinary), dated the 21 /01/2025).
(Here print as in the accompaniment).
SECRETARY,
Provincial Assdmbly of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
No. and date (as per notification above).
A copy of the above notification with the accompaniment is forwarded to the Manager, Government Stationery and Printing Department, Peshawar, with the request to publish the same in the extraordinary issue of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Gazette of today’s date and distribute copies thereof immediately in accordance with the list given overleaf.
Proof should be sent to this Secretariat before publication.
SECRETARY,
Provincial Assembly of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
E.No. PA/Khyber Pakhtunkhwa /Bills-35/2025/1513-17 Dated 21/01/2025

Conclusion:
The enactment of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Universities (Amendment) Act, 2024, represents a transformative development in the field of higher education in the province. By officially publishing this legislation in the Government Gazette, the Provincial Assembly Secretariat ensures its widespread availability and immediate enforceability. The Act is expected to address key areas of university governance, regulation, and development, aiming to create a more efficient and effective educational ecosystem.
Moving forward, this legislative framework will serve as a foundation for fostering innovation, improving administrative practices, and enhancing the overall quality of education in the province’s universities. The government’s proactive approach in facilitating the legal process and emphasizing timely publication underlines its commitment to driving progress in higher education. As the Act comes into effect, it is anticipated to contribute significantly to shaping a brighter academic future for the students and institutions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This notification underscores the importance of collaboration between legislative bodies and administrative authorities to achieve educational excellence.
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