No One Will be Allowed to Hold Arms Against State: Interior Minister

Fri Aug 30 2024
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ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has warned no one will be allowed to hold arms against the state and challenge the writ of the government.

Responding to various points raised by Senators during the Senate session on Friday, he said everyone who accepts the state is important and we will address their concerns.

He called all political forces in Pakistan to stand united against those who challenge the writ of the state.

The minister informed the House that during his recent visit to Quetta, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held important meetings with all stakeholders in Balochistan to resolve their issues.

He added the Prime Minister directed to provide five billion rupees to CTD Balochistan while eight billion rupees have been earmarked for provincial divisions. He said the money would be utilized to resolve local issues.

The minister further added the attacks on the night of 26th of this month were aimed to sabotage the meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of Government, planned to be held in Pakistan in October.

Leader of the Opposition Shibli Faraz, taking the floor emphasized the need for political engagement to resolve the issues. Later, the House was adjourned for Monday.

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