Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visits Coast Guards headquarters, reviews anti-smuggling efforts

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 14th Apr, 2026) Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the headquarters of the Pakistan Coast Guards on Tuesday, where he chaired a high-level meeting and received a detailed briefing on the force’s operations and preparedness.

Upon arrival, the minister was welcomed by Director General Major General Javad Riaz. Naqvi also laid a floral wreath at the martyrs’ monument and offered prayers, paying tribute to the sacrifices of Coast Guards personnel.

Speaking on the occasion, Naqvi praised the martyrs for their “unforgettable sacrifices” in safeguarding the country’s coastal areas, stating that their contributions would always be remembered.

During the briefing, officials informed the minister that approximately 14,000 kilograms of narcotics had been seized over the past year, with an estimated value exceeding Rs 8 billion. Naqvi commended the force’s professional capabilities and operational readiness.

The interior minister directed authorities to prepare a feasibility report for launching a ferry service from Karachi to Iraq, noting that such a service would greatly facilitate pilgrims traveling to Iraq.

He also instructed officials to continue robust operations against drug trafficking and smuggling networks, emphasizing that all available resources should be utilized to dismantle smuggling mafias.

Naqvi highlighted that the Pakistan Coast Guards perform duties simultaneously on land and at sea, playing a vital role not only during peacetime but also in challenging and wartime situations. He assured that all necessary support and resources would be provided to further strengthen the force.

The minister was also briefed on the Pasni Safe City Project. The meeting concluded with prayers for the elevation of the ranks of the martyrs.