{
  "id": 5771692,
  "title": "Naqvi vows not to back down from demand for new provinces, says decision must reflect public will",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/naqvi-vows-not-to-back-down-from-demand-for-new-provinces-says",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-05T05:56:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Express Tribune - Pakistan",
    "slug": "the-express-tribune-pakistan",
    "url": "https://tribune.com.pk/story/2627599/naqvi-vows-not-to-back-down-from-demand-for-new-provinces-says-decision-must-reflect-public-will"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi declared his unwavering support for the establishment of new provinces and administrative units, irrespective of his current position. He emphasized that the ultimate decision should be guided by the public's will rather than emotions. Speaking at an event in Lahore, Naqvi cautioned against emotional reactions, stating that the issue is not to be resolved hastily. He highlighted the significance of new administrative units in fostering nationwide development and questioned the adequacy of administrative and economic resources in existing provinces, such as Punjab, Sindh, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan. Naqvi argued that the creation of new provinces should align with the Constitution and be driven by the people's demands. He clarified that his comments aimed at correcting systemic failures rather than targeting any political party. Naqvi highlighted Pakistan's position as the fifth most populous country and criticized the lack of progress in restructuring the system despite ample resources. He urged citizens to engage in discussions to improve the country's development, drawing parallels with the way individuals address issues in their personal and business lives. Naqvi stressed the need for basic amenities like education, healthcare, clean water, and justice for all citizens. He acknowledged past government failures in delivering these essentials and drew an analogy with efficient mayors, suggesting that capable leaders can better manage the country than those lacking such experience. Naqvi, personally, advocated for making Islamabad a province, pointing out its current lack of a budget and the management of the Capital Development Authority through land sales. He also criticized the education system, emphasizing the need for devolution of power for holistic development.",
  "summary": "Says his remarks calling for 'reset' were not directed at any political party",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}