Islamabad administration takes over mosques, seminaries run by banned outfits
The operation is being carried out under National Action Plan which State Minister for Interior said would continue "till achievement of objectives.".
By Web Desk
March 06, 2019
ISLAMABAD: Local administration on Wednesday took over control of mosques and seminaries run by banned outfits in federal capital, Geo News reported.
According to the TV channel, several people were also arrested as the government intensified its crackdown against proscribed organizations.
It said the administration in the capital has appointed new Imams and clerics for the mosques and seminaries.
The operation is being carried out under National Action Plan which State Minister for Interior said would continue "till achievement of objectives.".
In a twitter post Shehryar Afridi said efforts to "accelerate progress on complete NAP are being pursued" .
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