Quetta: The Grand Jirga of tribal elders of Balochistan has unanimously pledged to stand shoulder to shoulder with the Government of Pakistan and Armed Forces, reaffirming their commitment to the security, stability, and development of the province.
According to Radio Pakistan, the Jirga was held in Quetta and jointly addressed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff. It was organized to interact with the tribal leadership and discuss the evolving security situation in Balochistan, with particular focus on the ongoing proxy war fueled by India.
Addressing the Jirga, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted that Indian-sponsored proxies operating in Balochistan have intensified their efforts to undermine peace, destabilize the province, and disrupt development initiatives led by the Government of Pakistan and the Armed Forces. He underscored that terrorist groups like Fitna Al-Hindustan seek support of the locals which must be denied to them.
Praising the leadership and constructive role of the elders, Shehbaz Sharif 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.
The Prime Minister said enemies of peace will find no space to operate within Pakistan. In a clear message to foes of the country, he said the government, Armed Forces, Law Enforcement Agencies, and administrative apparatus, with complete support of Pakistan, will take the nation’s fight against terrorism to its logical conclusion, defeating terrorism in a decisive manner.
Highlighting a series of developmental packages for prosperity in Balochistan, Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the need for ensuring trickle-down effect of government initiatives to the populace. He commended the people of Balochistan for their role in safeguarding national unity and urged them to remain vigilant against foreign-backed subversion and sabotage orchestrated and sponsored by India.
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. He said Pakistan has concrete proof of India’s hand behind terrorist networks operating in Balochistan. He added these nefarious attempts of the enemy will fail.
Syed Asim Munir said the Pakistan Army, with the unwavering support of the nation and the Baloch people, will confront and crush every enemy, foreign or domestic, that dares to challenge sovereignty. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir emphasized 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 Prime Minister and Field Marshal also lauded the bravery and resilience of security forces and Law Enforcement Agencies operating in Balochistan. Shehbaz Sharif assured full cooperation and support to the families of Shuhada and assured them that terrorists, their abettors and facilitators will not be spared.
Earlier, the Prime Minister of Pakistan also visited Command and Staff College Quetta and addressed Student Officers and Faculty of Command and Staff College. His address reflects the government’s commitment to strengthening Pakistan’s defence institutions amidst evolving regional and internal security dynamics.
During his interaction, the Prime Minister highlighted the 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.