Ali Amin Khan Gandapur has been elected as the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

He secured 90 votes, during the session of the provincial assembly held in Peshawar today.

PML (N) candidate for the Chief Minister slot Ibadullah Khan secured 16 votes.

Speaking in the House after his election, newly elected Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur said efforts will be made for bringing reforms in system of justice and accountability in the province.

He said laws will be enacted from this assembly for curbing corruption in society.

He said terrorism has badly affected the province and efforts will be made for lasting peace.

Ali Amin Gandapur said the new provincial government would expand the tax base to increase revenue collection.

He said tourism and mining will be promoted for the development of the province.

Ali Amin Gandapur said job opportunities will be created for the youth.

Speaking on this occasion, opposition leader Ibadullah Khan said all out cooperation will be extended to the government for welfare of the people.

He stressed the need for unity among political parties for the development of the country.

Ibadullah Khan congratulated Ali Amin Khan on becoming the leader of the House.

The session has now been prorogued.