Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has allocated 6.64 billion rupees for Kalash Valley to promote its culture and tourism by expanding road network in the area.

It was stated by Special Assistant to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister on Minorities’ Affairs, Wazir Zada while presiding over the maiden meeting of Kalash Valley Development Authority in Peshawar today (Thursday).

He said the step would help promote the unique Kalash culture while the locals would get employment opportunities.

The special assistant said hefty funds are also allocated for celebration of the religious festivals of minority communities.