Federal, Balochistan govts pledge joint strategy to ensure lasting peace and strengthen rule of law

QUETTA, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 16th Mar, 2026) Federal and Balochistan governments have reaffirmed their commitment to establishing sustainable peace in the province through coordinated efforts, stronger law enforcement, and enhanced institutional cooperation.

The assurance came during a law and order meeting at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat in Quetta, jointly chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti. Senior officials from both federal and provincial institutions attended, a CM's Secretariat press release said.

Senior officials, Chairman National Database and Registration Authority, DG Federal Investigation Agency, DG National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency, and IG Federal Constabulary, provided detailed briefings on their respective departments. They highlighted ongoing initiatives aimed at tackling illegal activities, improving institutional capacity, and promoting long-term stability in the province.

Participants reviewed the overall security situation and discussed key issues, including repatriation of Afghan refugees, elimination of hawala and hundi networks, efforts to curb extortion and smuggling and strategies to strengthen the rule of law.

A major decision was to deploy the Federal Constabulary in Balochistan. Initially, two wings will be stationed in the province, with around 3,000 personnel eventually deployed in sensitive areas to reinforce security.

The meeting resolved to strengthen the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) by filling all vacant positions with local recruits, providing employment opportunities while improving grassroots operational effectiveness.

Both governments agreed to intensify monitoring of anti-state activity on social media and accelerate legal action against individuals spreading propaganda or misleading the public.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi assured full federal support in combating terrorism and pledged assistance in enhancing the professional capacity of Balochistan police through modern training and resources.

Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti said the provincial government is taking firm steps to eliminate terrorism and restore order. He stressed that ensuring the writ of the state is non-negotiable.

“Today, no highways are being blocked in the name of protests in Balochistan,” Bugti noted, highlighting improved public order due to effective strategies and institutional coordination.

The meeting was attended by Assembly member Mir Zia Langove, Chief Secretary Shakeel Qadir Khan, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Hamza Shafqaat, Inspector General of Police Muhammad Tahir Khan, and Principal Secretary to the CM Imran Zarkoon, along with other senior officials.

At the conclusion, Naqvi and Bugti reaffirmed that the federal and provincial governments will continue working together through a coordinated strategy to ensure durable peace, strengthen state authority, and safeguard citizens’ lives and property.