– Says the state will be forced to intervene if PTI refuses to call the protest
Lahore: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi warned against the state proceedings on Saturday if he confronted his planned protest on February 8, saying that the state would take necessary action if the party proceeded with its planned protest.
“The government will request the Pakistan Tehreek -e -Insaf (PTI) to review its planned protests on February 8, but if the party refuses, the state will take necessary action.” Mega Passport Center on Pico Road in Lahore.
In response to a question, the Home Minister reminded that a similar request was made to PTI on November 26, and another request would be made before the February 8 protests.
“If they still refuse, the state will be forced to intervene,” he added.
Naqvi added that the backlog for passport applications was resolved a month ago, and in collaboration with the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), 14 new passport offices are being set up across the country, Lahore. I am opening three additional centers, and to meet the growing demand, the Shimla mountain center has also been upgraded.
Solving the issue of the Passport Authority, Naqvi expressed his commitment to the speeding establishment and emphasized that creating a dedicated body would pave the process of issuing the passport. “We have already discussed this with the Prime Minister, and the project is underway,” he said.
Regarding the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), the Home Minister indicated significant reforms in the coming days, especially in solving the problems facing the halal passengers at the airports.
He remarked, “Those traveling abroad through proper channels should not be harassed at airports.”
On the topic of illegal migration, Naqvi acknowledged the ongoing challenge of those trying to travel to Europe and other continents through illegal routes, such as boat accidents. “We are taking drastic measures in immigration counters to prevent such illegal activities,” he said.
The Home Minister also highlighted that efforts to illegally travel illegally in regions like Gujarat and Faisalabad Division have seen a significant increase. As a result, changes in the FIA will be implemented to deal with these issues more effectively.
Although Naqvi expressed his support for Pakistanis traveling abroad, he assured that those involved in illegal immigration or the country’s reputation would face serious consequences. Although he could not guarantee the complete elimination of the agent mafia, he assured that a comprehensive strategy had been developed to start a major crackdown soon.
Naqvi also talked about his recent visit to the United States, expressing confidence that the positive results of the visit would soon be clear as he mentioned productive meetings with the US Congress and senators. Highlighting strong ties between Pakistani and US governments, which will be tolerated. Fruits in the future.
