- Two FC wings are to be deployed in Balochistan in the first phase.
- FIA, other agencies to fill vacancies, improve operational capacity.
- Center, province lifts a coordinated strategy for lasting security.
The federal and provincial governments have taken a major decision to maintain law and order in Balochistan as they announced the phased deployment of Federal Constabulary in the province.
The decision was taken at a law and order meeting at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat in Quetta, jointly chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti. Senior officials from both federal and provincial institutions participated, a press release from the CM’s secretariat said.
It was decided to begin phased deployment of the Federal Constabulary in the province. Initially, two wings will be stationed in the province, with around 3,000 personnel eventually deployed in sensitive areas to bolster security.
Last year, the Federal Constabulary, formerly known as the Frontier Constabulary, underwent a structural transformation under the Frontier Constabulary (Re-organization) Ordinance, 2025.
The force continues to operate under the federal government while providing security and administrative support throughout Pakistan as required. Provinces using the force determine its operational powers, while overall command and oversight remains with the federal authorities.
In the meeting today, the Center and the Province reaffirmed their commitment to establish sustainable peace in Balochistan through coordinated efforts, stronger law enforcement and strengthened institutional cooperation.
Senior officials, including the Chairman of the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra), the Director General of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), the General Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) DG and the Inspector General of the Federal Constabulary, gave detailed briefings on their respective departments.
They highlighted ongoing initiatives aimed at tackling illegal activities, improving institutional capacity and promoting long-term stability in the province.
Participants reviewed the overall security situation and discussed key issues including repatriation of Afghan refugees, elimination of hawala and hundi networks, efforts to curb extortion and smuggling, and strategies to strengthen the rule of law.
The meeting decided to strengthen the FIA by filling all vacant positions with local recruits, providing employment opportunities and improving the efficiency of grassroots operations.
Both governments agreed to step up monitoring of anti-government activity on social media and speed up legal action against individuals who spread propaganda or mislead the public.
Interior Minister Naqvi assured full federal support to fight terrorism and pledged assistance to strengthen Balochistan’s professional capacity through modern training and resources.
CM Bugti said that the provincial government is taking firm steps to eliminate terrorism and restore order. He emphasized that securing the state’s subpoena is not up for negotiation.
“Today, no highways are blocked in the name of protests in Balochistan,” Bugti noted, highlighting improved law and order due to effective strategies and institutional coordination.
The meeting was also attended by Provincial Legislator Mir Zia Langove, Chief Secretary Shakeel Qadir Khan, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Hamza Shafqaat, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Muhammad Tahir Khan and Principal Secretary to CM Imran Zarkoon along with other senior officials.
In closing, Naqvi and Bugti affirmed that the federal and provincial governments will continue to work together through a coordinated strategy to ensure lasting peace, strengthen state authority and protect citizens’ lives and property.
