ISLAMABAD: Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on Wednesday strongly condemned the worsening law and order situation in Pakistan, particularly in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), Balochistan, and Sindh, where armed groups are reportedly extorting money from the public. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, Fazl accused the government of failing to ensure the safety and security of citizens.
Fazl also rejected the Mines and Mineral Bill passed by the Balochistan Assembly and stated that explanations would be sought from party members in Balochistan who voted in favor of the legislation. He emphasized that the JUI-F General Council had rejected similar bills in both K-P and Balochistan, with consequences for those who supported them.
Furthermore, the JUI-F leader announced plans for Palestine solidarity marches, which will be held on April 27 in Lahore, May 11 in Peshawar, and May 15 in Quetta, in support of Palestinians suffering under Israeli actions.
Responding to a question about opposition alliances, Fazl stated that while he had no intention of forming a formal alliance, he would continue to maintain mutual contact with opposition parties to address the concerns of the public. He noted that there was currently no readiness for a large opposition alliance.
