Centre, Balochistan Government Announce Phased Deployment of Federal Constabulary

The federal and provincial governments have decided to deploy the Federal Constabulary in Balochistan to maintain law and order, with the deployment planned in multiple phases.

The decision was made during a law and order meeting at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat in Quetta, jointly chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti. Senior officials from both federal and provincial institutions attended, according to a press release from the CM’s Secretariat.

It was agreed that initially two wings of the Federal Constabulary would be stationed in the province, with around 3,000 personnel eventually deployed in sensitive areas to strengthen security. The force, formerly known as the Frontier Constabulary, underwent a structural transformation under the Frontier Constabulary (Re-organisation) Ordinance, 2025, and continues to operate under federal oversight while assisting provinces as needed.

During the meeting, the Centre and the provincial government reaffirmed their commitment to establishing sustainable peace in Balochistan through coordinated law enforcement and stronger institutional cooperation. Senior officials, including the heads of NADRA, FIA, NCCIA, and the Federal Constabulary, briefed participants on initiatives to tackle illegal activities, improve institutional capacity, and promote long-term stability in the province.

Key issues discussed included the repatriation of Afghan refugees, elimination of hawala and hundi networks, curbing extortion and smuggling, and strategies to strengthen the rule of law. The meeting also resolved to strengthen the FIA by filling all vacant positions with local recruits, providing employment opportunities, and improving operational effectiveness at the grassroots level.

Both governments agreed to monitor anti-state activity on social media and accelerate legal action against those spreading propaganda or misinformation. Interior Minister Naqvi assured full federal support in combating terrorism and pledged to enhance the professional capacity of Balochistan police through modern training and resources.

CM Bugti stated that the provincial government is taking firm steps to eliminate terrorism and restore order, stressing that the writ of the state is non-negotiable. “Today, no highways are being blocked in the name of protests in Balochistan,” he noted, highlighting improved public order through effective strategies and institutional coordination.

The meeting was attended by provincial lawmaker Mir Zia Langove, Chief Secretary Shakeel Qadir Khan, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Hamza Shafqaat, IGP Muhammad Tahir Khan, Principal Secretary to the CM Imran Zarkoon, and other senior officials.

At the conclusion, Naqvi and Bugti reaffirmed that the federal and provincial governments will continue working together through a coordinated strategy to ensure durable peace, strengthen state authority, and safeguard citizens’ lives and property.