The Federal Ministry of Home Affairs has directed the provincial governments to take effective action against the armed wings of political and religious parties in a letter issued to the provinces by the ministry.
According to the letter, which is available with News Diplomacy, various political and religious parties have formed their own militias which wear uniforms and ranks like the armed forces. Militia formation is a violation of Article 256 of the Constitution and contradicted to the third point of the National Action Plan.
The letter further said that such forces would create a negative image of the country in the world and if action was not taken against these armed wings, the security situation could worsen. All provincial governments should take steps to curb such activities, and should take immediate action, however, the federal government is ready to help in any way.
On the other hand, many analysts believe that these measures are being taken to take action against the JUI-F, Khaki Force. Maulana Fazlur Rehman had made it clear that if he tried to obstruct the Lahore meeting like Multan. This time, even their workers will not remain silent.
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