JUI-F asks its workers to ‘be prepared’

QUETTA: The Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Balochistan chapter has urged its party members to be prepared for any political developments and complete preparations for organizational and protest activities, as directed by party chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman. This guidance was delivered at a meeting of the party’s provincial executive committee and parliamentary members, led by Senator Maulana Abdul Wasey.

The gathering upheld Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s perspective and the decisions of the central executive council, emphasizing the need to be ready for leadership calls. The meeting also expressed deep concern over the deteriorating political, economic, and law and order situation in Balochistan, noting that business operations had ceased, unemployment rates were increasing, and violent incidents were becoming frequent.

Additionally, the meeting pointed out that national highways were no longer safe for travelers. Concerns were raised about the provincial government’s inability to ensure public safety, create job opportunities, and provide basic facilities, implying a perceived erosion of administrative control. The attendees demanded that the government promptly introduce a bill in the Balochistan Assembly regarding the registration, administration, and legal matters of religious seminaries.

They also requested the submission of the draft Mines and Minerals legislation to the assembly for review, urging the government to fulfill its promises. During the meeting, Maulana Abdul Wasey stressed that JUI-F and its leader remained dedicated to public rights, constitutional principles, democratic values, and religious identity, while other political parties primarily served personal interests and political expediency.

He cautioned against any attempts to involve Pakistan in conflicts instigated by foreign powers, especially the United States and Israel, arguing that such actions were detrimental to the nation and its citizens. Agha Mahmood Shah, the provincial general secretary, stated that the party’s visits to various districts would bolster its organizational framework and broaden public engagement.

The meeting reaffirmed its pledge to carry on a constitutional, democratic, and peaceful political campaign under Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s leadership.