Prime Minister Mir Hazar Khan Khoso on Wednesday directed the Balochistan government to ensure foolproof security for the leaders of political parties and voters, besides taking steps for holding free, fair and transparent elections.
He passed the directives while talking to Balochistan Governor Nawab Zulfiqar Magsi and Caretaker Chief Minister Nawab Ghous Bakhsh Barozai at the Governor’s House on Wednesday.
Khoso arrived in the province for his maiden visit as the country’s prime minister to review law and order, with a special focus on arrangements for the general elections 2013, besides taking up other matters of importance.
He expressed satisfaction over the participation of nationalist parties in the coming elections, calling it an impressive sign that would bring about a positive change in the overall situation in Balochistan.
He said the caretaker government was impartial and committed to creating a conducive environment for elections across the country.
“We are in contact with the provincial government and a concerted strategy is being evolved to ensure that all concerned departments remain neutral during the polls,” he maintained.
Khoso was also briefed on the steps taken for maintaining peace and arrangements put in place for the elections.
Balochistan Chief Secretary Babar Yaqoob Fateh Mohammad, Home Secretary Akbar Hussain Durani, IG Police Mushtaq Ahmed Sukhaira were also present.
Leaders of political parties including Pakhtunkhwa Mili Awami Party (PkMAP) chief Mehmood Khan Achakzai, Balochistan National Party-Mengal Central Senior Vice President Dr Jhanzaib Jamaldini and a delegation of notables from Sibi, Jaffarbad and Naseerabad also met the caretaker prime minister.
