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Quetta, March 4: The Provincial Apex Committee meeting, chaired by Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti, was held on Tuesday at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat. The meeting was attended by Corps Commander Balochistan, Lieutenant General Rahat Naseem Ahmed Khan, Chief Secretary Balochistan Shakeel Qadir Khan, Inspector General of Police, and other senior officials.
The meeting reviewed the province’s law and order situation, counter-terrorism measures, and the performance of security forces.
A detailed assessment of the implementation of decisions from previous national and provincial apex committee meetings was also conducted.
Officials emphasized the need for stricter measures to combat terrorism and called for enhanced intelligence sharing among security agencies.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti reaffirmed that all institutions are united in their efforts to maintain peace in the province. He assured that no effort would be spared in ensuring the safety and security of the people.
Discussions also covered border management, anti-smuggling efforts, and actions under the National Action Plan. Senior officials agreed that close coordination between security forces and the civil administration is crucial for lasting peace in Balochistan.
Chief Minister Bugti directed authorities to ensure the immediate implementation of the meeting’s decisions. He reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting citizens’ lives and property while ensuring the continuity of development projects.