Govt to consult religious scholars in fight against terrorism amid rising militant attacks

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has announced plans to consult religious scholars from various sects to develop a unified “narrative in the war against terrorism.” 

This initiative follows a wave of militant attacks that left over 50 people dead in Balochistan last month, according to Radio Pakistan on Wednesday.

During a meeting with Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabeer Azad, chairman of the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, Naqvi stressed the importance of involving ulema from all schools of thought to formulate an effective strategy against extremism. 

He urged religious leaders to play an active role in countering militancy and extremist ideologies. The minister revealed plans for a nationwide consultation campaign to enlist religious scholars in this effort.

Pakistan has pointed fingers at neighbouring countries, particularly India and Afghanistan, for the rise in militant attacks. 

The government claims that anti-Pakistan groups have been emboldened since the Afghan Taliban took control of Kabul. While Kabul denies allowing its territory to be used by terror groups, Pakistan insists that both India and Afghanistan are fostering militancy in Balochistan.