Country is in grip of ‘silent martial law’, says Bizenjo
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QUETTA: National Party (NP) president Mir Hasil Khan Bizenjo has claimed that the country is now in the grip of a “silent martial law” that is stricter than the three previous martial laws.
Speaking at the inaugural session of a NP’s convention, he said his party had never tried to receive the establishment’s support for winning an election. He also rejected the perception that the NP won seats in the 2013 elections with the help of the establishment.
“Media is facing censorship and the freedom of speech is being suppressed by powerful people. The situation indicates that the country is now under the grip of a silent martial law,” he said.
Expressing concern over calls from some quarters for the reversal of 18th Amendment in Constitution, Mr Bizenjo said his party along with other political parties would strongly resist such a move.
The NP president accused the federal government of making a drama of fake bank accounts in a bid to weaken the constitution. All opposition parties were united against his propaganda of the government, he added.
Talking about the reduction in the Balochistan’s share in the 7th NFC Award by the federal government, the NP president vowed to continue his party’s fight for the due rights of his province.
He asked Prime Minister Imran Khan to make public the latest financial deal with Saudi Arabia and take the Balochistan government into confidence on decisions being taken about the province’s future.
Mr Bizenjo said his party would not allow anyone to exploit the resources of Balochistan.
Published in Dawn, October 29th, 2018
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Oct 29, 2018 07:44am
Drama of fake bank accounts?
Really, says something about who is fake!
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Oct 29, 2018 07:51am
Old Crooks feeling heat
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Oct 29, 2018 07:51am
Why everyone claims that media is suppressed?
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Oct 29, 2018 07:56am
Is he crying out in support of Zardari ?
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Oct 29, 2018 08:03am
He is the mouthpiece of Nawaz Sharif. Because he is silent since he has come out of jail.
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Oct 29, 2018 08:06am
Whenever a stronger leader arrives, problems come with him everywhere...
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Oct 29, 2018 08:07am
horrible things to say with out any proof
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Oct 29, 2018 08:12am
Thanks for telling in advance.
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Oct 29, 2018 08:13am
Silent dictatorship is better than the democracy of yours.
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Oct 29, 2018 08:15am
There is no silent martial law, its the fear of all the corrupt. Bizenjo is one of the frustrated politicians that have done nothing for the development and progress of Balochistan, rather only done politics for their personal gains. Their politics is based on confrontation and not that of working together. Their politics has given nothing to Balochistan except for corruption and discontent.
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Oct 29, 2018 08:26am
Obviously, losers are criticising and mourning, as they have nothing positive to do or say - this is the role of opposition, make noises, confuse public and be in news through different means.
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Oct 29, 2018 08:39am
He has spoken the truth. Hope he is safe.
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Oct 29, 2018 08:46am
I think it is better if country is in the grip of Marshal Law. Where is democracy- Russia China KSA UAE Turkey? All these countries and many others are being ruled by civilian dictators and are very well progressing. Pakistan”s best days were under Ayub Khan. Media in Pakistan They are too wild
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Oct 29, 2018 08:47am
But, are people unhappy? Are they out on the streets protesting in thousands let alone in millions? Only corrupt politicians are making an uproar while rest of the country is looking forward to a better future! If these politicians don't stop ruining our future then eventually people will come out in support of Imran Khan against these corrupt politicians.
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Oct 29, 2018 08:49am
Yes, he is correct.
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Oct 29, 2018 09:05am
This is called courage
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Oct 29, 2018 09:09am
The party in power feels everything is perfect. The parties without power feel they are suppressed. This story is the same in all countries.
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Oct 29, 2018 09:09am
Please bring some proofs with words.
All looser use to say same words
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Oct 29, 2018 09:10am
There are bank accounts under names of simpletons who have never even visited banks. Have some shame.
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Oct 29, 2018 09:11am
Gone are the days when you all used to dine in Dubai and vacation in Honululu! You all have looted the country more than the Britishers did! You all belong to jail and prosecuted for the theft! Media goons and their wealth needs be scrutinized! Fall in line like ordinary citizen, pay taxes and give up Sahebiat treating the poor as Ghulam
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Oct 29, 2018 09:12am
18th amendment is a man made rule. Any man made rule can be altered or changed following a legal process. Article 199 says so.
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Oct 29, 2018 09:13am
@Operation Rajiv 87 . Well said. Before something unwell prediction happens of his well-being.
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Oct 29, 2018 09:16am
We will believe him if he clarify genuinely that the two past governments have not done mega corruption in the name of democracy and are responsible for the corrupt decade.
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Oct 29, 2018 09:22am
All old style politicians are speaking the same language as status quo is being challenged and is in the process of being changed. Time for accountability and time to thin k about Pakistan first.
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Oct 29, 2018 09:26am
Some one ask him What he did as 5 yearsPMLN)Federal Minister Ports and Shipping other than defending Nawaz Sharif.Not a single Vessel included in shrinked Pakkistan Merchant Vessels fleet.Billions of Rupees we are paying to foreign shipping companies against transporting goods/Oil to Pakistani Ports due to not having own Merchant vessels.Thousands of Pakistani seamen are jobless due to not having vessels.
Now same track on PTI minsters.Key focus on only defending Imran Khan rather than focus on their ministries..
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Oct 29, 2018 09:28am
Stay safe. Good to know there are still people in Pakistan who have courage to talk the truth even when people are disappearing at an alarming rate.
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Oct 29, 2018 09:32am
Such comments will keep coming from interested parties. This is politics after all .
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Oct 29, 2018 09:45am
So very true
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Oct 29, 2018 10:04am
Thanks for such martial law where looters are going behind bars.
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Oct 29, 2018 10:17am
And the genius has spoken.
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Oct 29, 2018 10:17am
Silent martial law? No. Not really. There is nothing silent about this martial law. Only people who are oblivious to the martial law are gullible PTI supporters.
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Oct 29, 2018 10:22am
He is true here!
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Oct 29, 2018 10:28am
These political leaders have ruined this country and the people. A whole generation is lost and these people are hell bent on destroying it more. Is there anyone listening?
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Oct 29, 2018 10:30am
Poor fellow don't have any real issue to talk
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Oct 29, 2018 10:33am
Crooks feeling threatened.
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Oct 29, 2018 10:42am
@Khurram Even media anchor persons are scared to openly talk about this censorship because there is 'someone' controlling whatever is being said on the media.
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Oct 29, 2018 10:44am
As Imran Khan said 'they will cry democracy is in danger' this is exactly corrupt crooks are doing.
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Oct 29, 2018 11:10am
The country is in grip of ‘silent martial law’, says Bizenjo.. so be it... if it is heading in the right direction... what is your so-called democracy given so far. sir with due respect... right at the moment it is done under legal jurisdiction and if that is removed don't be shocked if violence is inevitable... sir... The silent Martial law is about fighting evil; it's about building character and building the lost values and those who oppose it. well, deduce it yourself..
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Oct 29, 2018 11:33am
Sardar culture is curtailed and it is hurting the corrupt and feudal life style.
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Oct 29, 2018 11:34am
It's what, asked for. When the wrong became right and right is sabotaged then right makes its own way.
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Oct 29, 2018 11:50am
OK you got your few minutes of fame; now go back to sleep.
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Oct 29, 2018 11:51am
So true.
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Oct 29, 2018 12:07pm
Media needs to be controlled and PMIK is doing a good job
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Oct 29, 2018 12:15pm
We know whenever someone holds the corrupt by neck, the democracy gets in danger. Don't fool the nation for the democracy which has spoiled the country.
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Oct 29, 2018 12:24pm
Same old blame game politics and not a word on how he will take responsibility to serve his people, new universities, new hospitals, job creation, tourism and FDI. Are we not sick and tired of this old school politics?
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Oct 29, 2018 01:13pm
he has spoken truth
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Oct 29, 2018 01:21pm
incompetence and lack of experience of governing party promises large space for establishment
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Oct 29, 2018 03:36pm
@Sameer All rules are man made
There are no other rules though fanatics might try to say otherwise
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Oct 29, 2018 06:28pm
Pak is probably the only country that likes to be ruled by its military. With due respects to the armed forces of all nations of the world, is this not like the guard dog of the house dictating to the head of the house? Sitting at the head of the dining table, it helps itself with the choice dishes leaving crumbs to the famished family members.
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