Key points
- Pakistan Army fully prepared to respond decisively to any threat: Field marshal
- Peace in Balochistan is non-negotiable: Syed Asim Munir
- PM and field marshal laud bravery and resilience of security forces
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir NI (M) jointly addressed a gathering of tribal elders in Quetta, the provincial capital of Pakistan’s largest Balochistan province.
The Jirga (tribal council) was organised to interact with the tribal leadership and discuss the evolving security situation in Balochistan, with particular focus on the ongoing proxy war fuelled by India.
The prime minister highlighted that Indian-sponsored proxies operating in Balochistan have intensified their efforts to undermine peace, destabilise the province, and disrupt development initiatives led by the government of Pakistan and the armed forces.
The Shebaz Sharif underscored that terrorist groups like Fitna Al-Hindustan seek the support of the locals, which must be denied to them.
Constructive role of elders
Praising the leadership and constructive role of the elders, the premier reiterated the persistent need for engaging at the grassroots level and ensuring that terrorists find no social space. This was crucial for the success of counter- terrorism efforts and for long-term peace and stability, he said.
The prime minister said that the enemies of peace will find no space to operate within Pakistan.
“Our message to them is clear: the Government, Armed Forces, LEAs and Administrative apparatus, with complete support of the Pakistan, will take the Nation’s fight against terrorism to its logical conclusion, defeating terrorism in a decisive manner.”
Highlighting a series of monumental developmental packages for prosperity in Balochistan, the PM emphasised the need for ensuring the trickle-down effect of government initiatives to the populace.
He praised the people of Balochistan for their historic role in safeguarding national unity and urged them to remain vigilant against foreign-backed subversion and sabotage orchestrated and sponsored by India.
Responding to any threat
While interacting with tribal elders, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir said, “This Indian sponsored proxy war is no longer hidden; it is an open, malicious act of terrorism waged on our people, our progress, and our peace. We have concrete proof of India’s hand behind terrorist networks operating in Balochistan. These nefarious attempts of the enemy will fail. The Pakistan Army, with the unwavering support of the nation and the brave Baloch people, will confront and crush every enemy, foreign or domestic, that dares to challenge our sovereignty.”
The field marshal emphasised that the Pakistan Army remains fully alert and prepared to respond decisively to any threat.
He reiterated that peace in Balochistan is non-negotiable and that the future of Pakistan is directly linked to a stable, prosperous Balochistan.
The PM and field marshal also lauded the bravery and resilience of security forces and law enforcement agencies operating in Balochistan.
Supporting families of martyrs
The prime minister assured full cooperation and support to the families of martyrs and assured them that terrorists, their abettors and facilitators will not be spared.
The Jirga concluded with a unanimous pledge from tribal elders to stand shoulder to shoulder with the government of Pakistan and its armed forces, reaffirming their commitment to the security, stability, and development of Balochistan.
Earlier, the prime minister also visited Command & Staff College Quetta and addressed Student Officers and Faculty of Command and Staff College.
He expressed the government’s deep commitment to strengthening Pakistan’s defence institutions amidst evolving regional and internal security dynamics.
During his interaction, the prime minister highlighted the critical importance of professional excellence, operational readiness, and strategic foresight in the face of emerging and hybrid threats, especially in sensitive regions like Balochistan, where Indian sponsored terrorist proxies target people and aim to disrupt progress and prosperity.
