The federal government has appointed Moazzam Jah Ansari as Balochistan police inspector general, the 24NewsHD TV channel reported on Wednesday.

The newly-appointed Balochistan police chief called on President Asif Ali Zardari in Islamabad.

Speaking on the occasion,  the president stressed the need to take effective measures to improve the law and order situation in the province.

Asif Ali Zardari expressed best wishes to IG Balochistan for the smooth performance of his duties.