Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz visited Quetta on Tuesday, pledging full support for Balochistan and urging inter-provincial coordination to tackle terrorism effectively.
The announcement comes after coordinated terrorist attacks in Balochistan on January 31, which led the provincial government to impose Section 144 for one month due to security concerns.
During a meeting with Balochistan CM Sarfraz Bugti, Maryam praised the people of Balochistan for their resilience and loyalty to Pakistan. She promised that Punjab would provide “every possible” assistance to help the province overcome its challenges.
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Bugti welcomed Maryam’s visit and called the Rs10 billion support for security forces a “positive and commendable step.” Both leaders emphasized that ending terrorism is only possible through national unity and cooperation.
The two chief ministers discussed peace, development, and public welfare, signaling a joint commitment by the government and opposition to prioritize Balochistan’s needs.
Maryam was received at the airport by Governor Jaffar Khan Mandokhail, CM Bugti, provincial cabinet members, and senior officials. She visited the FC Headquarters and later met the Governor at the Governor House.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announces Rs10 billion aid for Balochistan and stresses national unity to fight terrorism during her visit to Quetta.
The Punjab delegation included senior ministers like Marriyum Aurangzeb and Azma Bukhari, along with the Punjab chief secretary. Maryam is also scheduled to meet families affected by the recent attacks to show solidarity.
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Last week, Pakistan’s security forces concluded “Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-1” in Balochistan, targeting Indian-supported terrorist networks. According to ISPR, the operation eliminated 216 terrorists, dismantled key command structures, and recovered weapons and explosives of foreign origin.
During the operations, 36 civilians, including women and children, and 22 security personnel lost their lives.
