Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi said on Sunday that the Frontier Corps (FC), South Balochistan had always been at the forefront in the war against terrorists, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

Chairing a meeting during his visit to the Force’s headquarters in Turbat, he said that the FC personnel had rendered invaluable services for peace in the area despite hostile circumstances.

The minister said that Balochistan could only progress when there would be peace in the province. “And all stakeholders will have to be on the same page for the purpose.”

He stressed the need for taking concrete steps to empower the youth of the province.

The meeting was briefed about the operations carried out against militants and smugglers in the province so far.  

Earlier on arrival, the minister was received by FC IG Major General Bilal Sarfaraz Khan.

Naqvi then paid his respects at the memorial of martyrs and laid a floral wreath there.

Reporter: Isa Tarin