Federal, provincial governments agree to deploy Federal Constabulary for lasting peace

ISLAMABAD, Mar 16 (APP): In a significant move aimed at strengthening security and ensuring long-term peace in Balochistan, the federal and provincial governments on Monday agreed to deploy the Federal Constabulary across sensitive areas of the province.

The decision was taken during a high-level law and order meeting held at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat, jointly chaired by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti.

The meeting brought together senior officials from key national institutions, including the National Database and Registration Authority, the Federal Investigation Agency, and the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency, alongside the Inspector General of the Federal Constabulary. Each institution delivered a detailed briefing on ongoing actions to curb illegal activities, enhance operational capacity, and stabilize the overall security environment.

A major decision during the session was the deployment of two wings of the Federal Constabulary in the first phase. Approximately 3,000 personnel will be positioned across various sensitive zones to reinforce policing efforts and prevent subversive activities.

To further tighten law enforcement, the government resolved to make the Federal Investigation Agency more active and effective in the province. All vacant positions will be filled with local recruits to generate employment opportunities for Balochistan’s youth and improve the agency’s grassroots performance.

The federal and provincial leadership also agreed to intensify monitoring of anti-state activities on social media. Strict legal action will be taken against individuals involved in spreading misinformation, hostility against national institutions, or content aimed at misleading the public.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi assured the Balochistan government of unwavering federal support, reiterating that Islamabad stands firmly with the province in its fight against terrorism. He pledged enhanced professional training, resources, and modern tools for the Balochistan Police, affirming that restoring and maintaining peace in the province remains a top national priority.

Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, addressing the meeting, said the provincial government is taking bold and decisive measures to root out terrorism and maintain order. He emphasized that national unity is essential in the fight against violent extremism and reaffirmed that the writ of the state will be upheld without compromise.

Bugti noted that due to coordinated efforts, the situation in Balochistan has improved markedly and that no highways are currently blocked in the name of protests.

The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment from both governments to work jointly for the establishment of lasting peace, strengthening state authority, and ensuring the protection of citizens’ lives and property.

The session was also attended by Member of the Provincial Assembly Mir Zia Langove, Chief Secretary Balochistan Shakeel Qadir Khan, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Hamza Shafqaat, Inspector General of Police Balochistan Mohammad Tahir Khan, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Imran Zarkoon, and other senior officials.