{"id":16051,"date":"2025-08-07T18:04:02","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T18:04:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ipp-news.com\/?p=16051"},"modified":"2025-08-07T18:04:02","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T18:04:02","slug":"nap-operations-to-continue-without-interruption-talal-chaudhry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ipp-news.com\/?p=16051","title":{"rendered":"NAP operations to continue without interruption: Talal Chaudhry"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>Minister for State for Interior Talal Chaudhry on Thursday ruled out the possibility of any fresh military operation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), maintaining that the ongoing counter-terrorism efforts under the National Action Plan (NAP) would continue without interruption.<\/p>\n<p>Responding to concerns raised by Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) lawmaker Asad Qaiser and Pakistan Peoples Part (PPP) MNA Shazia Marri during a National Assembly session chaired by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, the minister made it clear that the state\u2019s resolve to combat terrorism remained unwavering. \u201cLet me be clear, NAP operations will not be stopped by anyone, no matter who they are,\u201d he asserted.<\/p>\n<p>In a sharp critique of the PTI policies, Chaudhry questioned the party\u2019s past conduct. \u201cWho brought back the TTP? Which CM said, \u2018We won\u2019t fight or we\u2019ll end up like PPP or ANP\u2019?\u201d he asked.<\/p>\n<p>Also Read: Khawaja Asif rebuffs resignation rumours<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on the August 5 protests by PTI, the minister defended the government\u2019s security measures, including the closure of Parliament&#8217;s gates.<\/p>\n<p>He cited enforcement of Section 144 and a large gathering near D-Chowk as valid concerns. \u201cThe Parliament gates were shut for incoming crowds, not outgoing MNAs, who exited without obstruction,\u201d he clarified.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding the PTI protest turnout, the minister downplayed its scale. \u201cIn Islamabad, fewer than 100 protesters gathered and even those were detained briefly. No MNAs were arrested. In Punjab, 94 people were detained out of a population of 130 million,\u201d he said, adding that most protests were symbolic and ended swiftly.<\/p>\n<p>Chaudhry rejected PTI\u2019s narrative surrounding the May 9 incidents, reiterating that popularity does not grant immunity from the law. \u201cThose who attacked state symbols did so for political gain and are now facing legal consequences,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThose who set fire to monuments were doing it for future election tickets, and now they\u2019re facing the consequences. Courts in Punjab and Peshawar are issuing rulings \u2014 what more fairness do you want?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u0642\u0648\u0645\u06cc \u0627\u0633\u0645\u0628\u0644\u06cc \u0627\u062c\u0644\u0627\u0633 \u06a9\u06d2 \u062f\u0648\u0631\u0627\u0646 \u0631\u06a9\u0646 \u0642\u0648\u0645\u06cc \u0627\u0633\u0645\u0628\u0644\u06cc \u0645\u062d\u062a\u0631\u0645\u06c1 \u0634\u0627\u0632\u06cc\u06c1 \u0645\u0631\u06cc \u06a9\u0627 \u0627\u0631\u0628\u0639\u06cc\u0646 \u062c\u0627\u0646\u06d2 \u0648\u0627\u0644\u06d2 \u0632\u0627\u0626\u0631\u06cc\u0646 \u06a9\u0648 \u0628\u0633 \u06a9\u06d2 \u0630\u0631\u06cc\u0639\u06d2 \u0633\u0641\u0631 \u067e\u0631 \u0639\u0627\u0626\u062f \u067e\u0627\u0628\u0646\u062f\u06cc \u06a9\u06d2 \u0628\u0627\u0639\u062b \u062f\u0631\u067e\u06cc\u0634 \u0645\u0634\u06a9\u0644\u0627\u062a \u067e\u0631 \u0627\u0638\u06c1\u0627\u0631\u0650 \u062e\u06cc\u0627\u0644\u06d4#NASession @ShaziaAttaMarri pic.twitter.com\/sWLssFYzPe<br \/>\n\u2014 National Assembly \ud83c\uddf5\ud83c\uddf0 (@NAofPakistan) August 7, 2025<\/p>\n<p>During the session, PPP\u2019s Marri raised the issue of pilgrims (Zaireen) who travel by road to participate in the Arbaeen walk during Chehlum. She expressed concern that a ban on land travel had left nearly 200,000 pilgrims stranded, as financial constraints prevent them from affording air travel.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI request the government to arrange some subsidised flights for pilgrims who can\u2019t afford plane travel,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p>Responding to her concerns, Chaudhry confirmed that land travel for Arbaeen pilgrims via Iran had been suspended due to regional tensions stemming from the Israel-Iran conflict.<\/p>\n<p>He said the interior ministry and provincial authorities were engaged in dialogue with protesting pilgrims and leadership of the Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM).<\/p>\n<p>Read: At least four killed in Wana IED blast<\/p>\n<p>He informed the House that a delegation had met ministry officials last Thursday, and further talks were held recently with MWM leader Engineer Raja Nasir Abbas.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m ready to visit Karachi for continued negotiations,\u201d he said, adding that the Sindh and Balochistan governments were fully aligned and the Sindh governor was in close contact with the protesters.<\/p>\n<p>The minister also shared that the prime minister had instructed the defence minister to ensure the facilitation of pilgrims via air travel. \u201cWe have increased the number of flights and engaged foreign carriers, including Iranian and Iraqi airlines, to enhance capacity. Discussions are also underway to reduce fares,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>The House discussed and passed The Pakistan Land Port Authority Bill, 2025.<br \/>\nThe Bill was moved by Minister of State for Interior &amp; Narcotics Control Mr. Talal Chaudhry on behalf of Senator Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi, Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control.#NASession pic.twitter.com\/BZxENUsdgX<br \/>\n\u2014 National Assembly \ud83c\uddf5\ud83c\uddf0 (@NAofPakistan) August 7, 2025<\/p>\n<p>During the course of the session, PPP\u2019s Syed Naveed Qamar proposed clause-by-clause amendments to the Pakistan Land Port Authority Bill 2025, aiming to facilitate the smooth movement of goods and people across the country\u2019s borders. These amendments were thoroughly discussed and ultimately approved by the National Assembly.<\/p>\n<p>Qamar expressed that the PPP had reservations regarding several clauses in the bill and suggested a wide range of improvements to enhance the effectiveness of the Authority.<\/p>\n<p>He emphasised that the purpose of the bill was to promote trade facilitation and to transform border crossings into welcoming points, rather than intimidating barriers that discourage cross-border traffic.<\/p>\n<p>After the amendments were approved,\u00a0Chaudhry moved the bill on behalf of Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. Following detailed deliberations, the House unanimously passed the Pakistan Land Port Authority Bill, 2025.<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Minister for State for Interior Talal Chaudhry on Thursday ruled out the possibility of any fresh military operation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), maintaining that the ongoing counter-terrorism efforts under the National Action Plan (NAP) would continue without interruption. 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