QUETTA | ANN | Jamaat-e-Islami Balochistan chief Maulana Hidayat-ur-Rehman Baloch has said dialogue, justice and peaceful democratic struggle, rather than the use of force, offer the way forward for resolving Balochistan’s longstanding problems.
Jamaat-e-Islami leader criticizes insecurity, unemployment and border closures; announces anti-tribal system resolution and November 22 public rally in Quetta
Addressing a press conference in Quetta, he expressed concern over deteriorating security, unemployment, damaged highways and restrictions on border trade, saying these problems were increasing hardships for residents.
He criticized the provincial government’s handling of law and order, alleging that incidents of vehicle abductions, enforced disappearances and the recovery of bodies continued to raise serious concerns.
Dialogue, Not Force, Can Resolve Balochistan’s Issues: Hidayat
Hidayat-ur-Rehman also accused the provincial assembly and cabinet of failing to adequately address public grievances, urging the government to prioritize citizens’ security and economic needs.
Announcing plans to introduce a resolution against the traditional tribal chieftaincy system in the next Balochistan Assembly session, he said he would present his position and supporting evidence before lawmakers.
He emphasized that political differences should be addressed through negotiations and peaceful democratic activities rather than confrontation or armed struggle.
The Jamaat-e-Islami leader also announced that party chief Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman would visit Quetta on November 22 to address a public rally at Hockey Ground against border closures and other issues affecting Balochistan.
He urged the government to allow peaceful political activities and engage with those demanding their rights through democratic means.
Hidayat-ur-Rehman reaffirmed his party’s commitment to pursuing public rights through constitutional and peaceful political struggle.
