Center, Balochistan to deploy federal police in the province

In a significant move aimed at strengthening security and ensuring long-term peace in Balochistan, the federal and provincial governments on Monday agreed to deploy the Federal Police in sensitive areas of the province.

The decision was taken during a high-level meeting on law and order held at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat, jointly chaired by Home Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti.

The meeting brought together senior officials from key national institutions, including the National Database and Registration Authority, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and the National Cybercrime Investigation Agency, together with the inspector general of the Federal Police. Each institution provided a detailed report on ongoing actions to curb illegal activities, improve operational capacity and stabilize the overall security environment.

An important decision during the session was the deployment of two wings of the Federal Police in the first phase. Approximately 3,000 troops will be located in various sensitive areas to reinforce police efforts and prevent subversive activities.

To further strengthen law enforcement, the government decided to make the FIA ​​more active and effective in the province. All vacant posts would be filled with local recruits to generate employment opportunities for the youth of Balochistan and improve the agency’s grassroots performance.

Federal and provincial leaders also agreed to step up monitoring of anti-state activities on social media. Strict legal action would be taken against people involved in spreading misinformation, hostility against national institutions or content intended to mislead the public.

Naqvi assured the Balochistan government of unwavering federal support and reiterated that Islamabad strongly supported the province in its fight against terrorism. He promised greater professional training, resources and modern tools for the Balochistan Police, asserting that restoring and maintaining peace in the province remains a top national priority.

CM Bugti, addressing the gathering, said the provincial government was taking bold and decisive steps to eradicate terrorism and maintain order. He stressed that national unity was essential in the fight against violent extremism and reaffirmed that the State’s mandate would be respected without compromise.

Bugti noted that due to coordinated efforts, the situation in Balochistan had improved markedly and currently there were no roads blocked in the name of protests.

The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment by both governments to work together for the establishment of lasting peace, strengthening state authority and ensuring the protection of lives and property of citizens.

The session was also attended by MPA Mir Zia Langove, Balochistan Chief Secretary Shakeel Qadir Khan, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Hamza Shafqaat, Balochistan Inspector General of Police Mohammad Tahir Khan, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Imran Zarkoon and other senior officials.