During a meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadar, the president emphasized the importance of implementing effective strategies to improve the law and order situation in Balochistan, state-run Associated Press of Pakistan reported.

The president also extended his best wishes to the Balochistan IG for the successful execution of his duties.

Earlier, the federal government removed Abdul Khalique Sheikh from his position and appointed Moazzam Jah Ansari as the new IGP.

The Establishment Division issued notifications confirming that BS-21 officer Abdul Khalique Sheikh has been replaced, with BS-22 officer Moazzam Jah Ansari taking over. Sheikh has been instructed to report to the Establishment Division immediately until further notice.

With federal approval, Ansari is transferred from his current role as Commandant of the Frontier Constabulary (FC) to serve as the Provincial Police Officer (PPO) for the Government of Balochistan, effective immediately, according to a notification issued for Ansari’s appointment.

Balochistan has been facing ongoing terrorism issues. Earlier this week, at least 50 people, including 14 security personnel, were killed in various attacks by militants from the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), who targeted police stations, damaged railway tracks, and set fire to numerous vehicles.