QUETTA: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday said that the prosperity and development of Balochistan are linked to sustainable peace.

During his visit to headquarters of Frontier Corps (South) Balochistan, the interior minister praised the force for its exemplary services in maintaining peace.

The minister also paid his respects at the Martyrs’ Memorial, laid a wreath, and offered prayer for the elevation of the martyrs’ ranks.

He also paid tribute to sacrifices of the martyrs of the Frontier Corps.

Earlier, he chaired a meeting in which he was briefed on operations against terrorists and smugglers across the province.

He was told that over the past six months, illegal goods worth Rs4.7 billion have been seized.

Published in Dawn, August 19th, 2024

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