Division of Sindh: No new province possible, says Saeed
KARACHI: Sindh Minister for Labour, Human Resources and Social Security Saeed Ghani on Monday once again categorically rejected calls for creating another province in Sindh as all major political parties in Sindh do oppose any such move. “There will be no second province in Sindh. I am ready to give it in writing,” Ghani told reporters after inaugurating an English-medium model school established…
Sindh Minister Saeed Ghani has firmly denied proposals for creating a second province within Sindh, asserting that all major political parties in the region oppose such a move. Speaking after inaugurating an English-medium model school, Ghani emphasized that those promoting the division of Sindh demonstrate a poor understanding of the region’s history, geography, and political landscape.
He highlighted the unanimous opposition from the Sindh political parties, including the Pakistan Peoples Party, Jamaat-e-Islami, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz.
Ghani criticized a small faction of politicians advocating for Sindh's division, warning that their motives might be political rather than genuinely beneficial. He cautioned against using the issue to incite hatred among the populace and stressed the importance of political stability and unity, particularly as Pakistan faces economic challenges. He acknowledged that Sindh has recently achieved a level of unity, urging political forces to refrain from statements that could undermine this cohesion.
Referring to Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan leader Mustafa Kamal, Ghani noted Kamal’s acknowledgment that people in Sukkur did not support a separate province. He reminded that the PPP government had previously agreed to amendments in the local government system with the MQM in 2012-13, but these changes were later withdrawn due to widespread opposition within Sindh, including from PPP lawmakers.
Ghani underlined that the local government reforms and the idea of a new province are distinct matters. He highlighted that the PPP would have faced a more severe backlash than for the local government changes if it had entertained the idea of another province in Sindh.
In response to Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi’s remarks on possible additional provinces, Ghani questioned Naqvi’s authority to decide such matters concerning Sindh. He also criticized Jamaat-e-Islami for organizing protests and sit-ins in Karachi, claiming these actions caused inconvenience to ordinary citizens. He questioned how blocking roads would help pressure Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, given the additional fuel consumption and hardship for commuters.
Ghani appealed to Jamaat-e-Islami leader Hafiz Naeemur Rehman, an educated individual, to adopt a more constructive approach to protests. Earlier, Ghani inaugurated the TMC English Medium Model School in Korangi, praising the town municipal corporation for its educational and community development initiatives, including an IT institute, parks, and sports grounds.
He urged residents to take ownership of the school to ensure its proper maintenance, emphasizing that quality education and healthcare are essential needs. The Sindh government has been actively involved in development projects in Korangi district, with ongoing efforts to improve the area.
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