Who was appointed as the first female Chief Economist in the Planning and Development Department of Azad Jammu and Kashmir in January 2026?

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Mahnaz Faheem. Mahnaz Faheem made history in January 2026 by becoming the first woman chief economist in the Planning and Development Department of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. She was promoted from BS‑19 to BS‑20 following a decision by the Selection Board‑I, chaired by the Chief Secretary.