Muhammad Ghufran Khan

Haji Muhammad Ghufran Khan is a Pakistani politician from Sheikh Jana in Swabi District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He is a senior leader of the Qaumi Watan Party (QWP) and has held several political positions, including serving as a member of the Senate of Pakistan from 2006 to 2012, and as a caretaker provincial minister in the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in 2023.

Early Political Career

Local Government ^[1]

Ghufran Khan began his political career in local governance in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa:

• Member of the District Council, Mardan and Swabi from 1979 to 1991.
• Chairman of the District Council Swabi for six months in 1992.

His early political work focused on grassroots administration, regional development, and community engagement, providing a strong foundation for his later national political career.

Senate of Pakistan (2006–2012)

Ghufran Khan was elected as a Senator in March 2006, representing Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under the Pakistan People's Party Sherpao (PPP‑S), and served until March 2012. ^[1]

Ministry (2023) & Political Activity

After completing his Senate term, Ghufran Khan continued active involvement in regional and provincial politics:

• Qaumi Watan Party (QWP): Ghufran Khan holds a senior leadership role in the party, serving as senior vice-chairman and being recognized as one of its key leaders in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. ^[2]
• Caretaker Provincial Minister (January 2023): Appointed to the caretaker provincial cabinet in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Notably, Ghufran Khan was the only minister who declined all salaries, allowances, staff, and official residences during his tenure, reflecting a public service-focused approach. ^{[3] [4]}

Regional Influence

Ghufran Khan's political base is in Swabi District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He is widely recognized for:

• Longstanding roots in local governance, giving him strong regional influence and credibility. ^[5]
• Sustained engagement in party leadership within QWP as a senior vice-chairman, representing provincial interests. ^[2]
• Commitment to integrity and public service, highlighted by his refusal to accept ministerial perks during the caretaker government. ^[3]

References

1. "Senate Profile of Muhammad Ghufran Khan". Senate of Pakistan. Retrieved 4 November 2025.
2. "Senior Leadership in Qaumi Watan Party". Jang. 2021. Retrieved 4 November 2025.
3. "Caretaker Minister Appointed in KP". Daily Pakistan. 2023. Retrieved 4 November 2025.
4. Soomro, Kumail (27 January 2023). "KP caretaker minister voluntary relinquishes perks". BOL News. Retrieved 7 November 2025.
5. "Regional KP News Mention". Dawn. 2024. Retrieved 4 November 2025.