Syed Ali Shah:
QUETTA: Chief Minister Balochistan, Mir Sarfraz Bugti, reaffirmed his government’s dedication to combating terrorism and enhancing governance in the province during a Provincial Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat. Highlighting the government’s firm stance against terrorism, Bugti remarked, “These terrorists haven’t just taken lives; they’ve attacked Pakistan as a whole.”
He pointed out the contrast between the government’s efforts to educate the youth in prestigious institutions like Oxford and Harvard and the terrorist groups that are luring them into destructive activities. Bugti made it clear that the government would not allow armed groups to challenge the state’s authority, ensuring that the rule of law remains intact.
During the meeting, the Provincial Cabinet also took significant steps to stimulate economic activities, with a particular focus on the fisheries sector. The Cabinet approved the recruitment of experts to determine the location of a new fish harbor, emphasizing the inclusion of local fishermen in the decision-making process. Additionally, a policy was endorsed concerning the Fisheries Department’s endowment fund, aimed at increasing resources for the welfare of fishermen. The Cabinet further resolved to deploy 100 Levies personnel to the Fisheries Department for patrol duties and sanctioned an appropriate increase in fees related to solid waste management in Balochistan.
Chief Minister Bugti stressed that these measures are intended to elevate the quality of life for the people of the province and to ensure sustainable development through effective governance.
The Cabinet also passed the Code of Criminal Procedure Amendment Bill, aimed at enhancing governance. This amendment grants administrative officers magisterial powers to curb inflation, improve municipal services, and serve the public interest. Additionally, the Chief Minister instructed the formation of three distinct categories for compensating the families of Levies Force martyrs and called for comprehensive recommendations on the matter.
