Balochistan govt concerned over rise in kidnapping cases

Published April 29, 2026 Updated April 29, 2026 08:20am

QUETTA: A provincial government meeting reviewed the prevailing security situation in the province and expressed serious concern over cases of kidnapping for ransom.

The meeting also discussed the head money policy recently introduced by the government for the arrest of most wanted terrorists and criminals in Balochistan.

Presided over by Provincial Home Minister Ziaullah Langove on Tuesday, the meeting reviewed implementation of the government’s policy to control law and order and considered various suggestion to ensure its effective enforcement.

Provincial Education Minister Raheela Durrani, DIG Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) Aitzaz Ahmed Goraya, and senior officials of the Home Department attended the meeting.

Officials briefed the participants on the progress made under the policy and the future course of action.

Speaking on the occasion, Langove said that restoration of law and order in the province remains the top priority of the government and all available resources are being utilized to achieve this goal.

He directed authorities concerned to ensure strict implementation of government decisions to safeguard the lives and property of the people.

Published in Dawn, April 29th, 2026

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