PM Nawaz expresses resolve to restore peace in Karachi

KARACHI: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif chaired meeting on the law and order situation in Karachi at the PAF Faisal Base.

The meeting was attended by Chief Minister Sindh, Corps Commander Karachi, DG Rangers along with officials from the federal and provincial governments. Governor Sindh Dr Ishrat-ul-Ebad was not present at the meeting.

During the meeting Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif expressed resolve to restore peace in Karachi. The prime minister has also issued special directions to law enforcement agencies along with assuring them of all support.

The prime minister was also been presented a report pertaining to the Karachi operation during the apex committee meeting.

KARACHI OPERATION AIMED AT CRIMINALS NOT ANY POLITICAL PARTY

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif addressed the awards ceremony at the Karachi Stock Exchange (KSE).

The prime minister emphasised that the ongoing operation in the city was not against any particular party but rather it was aimed at criminals.




Prime Minister Sharif said the operation in the city had been successful in curtailing crime and was initiated after consultation with all stakeholders. “The day will come soon when all crime will be eliminated from Karachi.”

According to the prime minister the security situation in Karachi had drastically improved, stating that extortion, kidnapping for ransom and other crimes were decreasing. Mr. Sharif also praised the Sindh government of extending its full support to the centre.

“The prosperity of the country is associated with Karachi,” Prime Minister Sharif said.

The prime minister added that the government would not rest and the operation to eliminate terrorists would continue until their complete eradication.