QUETTA: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting of the National Action Plan (NAP) Provincial Apex Committee in Quetta, where he was briefed on the security situation, development projects, governance reforms, and counter-terrorism efforts in Balochistan.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister lauded the efforts of Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and the armed forces for their role in combating terrorism across the country.
He also appreciated the Balochistan government, led by Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, for its initiatives aimed at public welfare and improved governance.
The Prime Minister directed the deployment of Frontier Corps (FC) in the Rakhshan Division to strengthen security arrangements and establish a dedicated security corridor aimed at protecting mineral resources in the province.
The corridor will include additional FC wings, checkpoints on highways, surveillance systems, and enhanced border security posts.
He emphasized that ensuring a secure environment in Balochistan is essential for sustaining investor confidence in resource-based development projects, particularly in the minerals sector.
He also stressed the need for modern training and advanced technology for police and law enforcement agencies to fully eliminate terrorism.
PM Shehbaz said the government is actively working to integrate the youth of Balochistan into the national mainstream through education, technical training, employment opportunities, sports programs, scholarships, and digital skills development. He added that youth participation in decision-making processes is also being promoted.
The Prime Minister further highlighted ongoing development efforts in infrastructure, health, education, and communication sectors to ensure equal opportunities for the people of the province.
Officials briefed the meeting that no polio cases have been reported in Balochistan since November 2024. They also noted that several health facilities, including cancer, dialysis, and trauma centers, are now operational, while 99% of schools in the province are functioning.
The briefing added that solar energy projects have benefited over 15,000 households, resulting in savings of approximately 105 billion rupees.
The meeting was attended by senior federal and provincial ministers, military leadership, and top government officials.
