NO.SO(Poll-I)1-28/2025
28-February-2025
Home Department, Government Of Balochsitan
Balochistan Government Issues Strict Orders Against Highway Blockades:
The Government of Balochistan’s Home Department has issued an urgent notification addressing the growing issue of road blockades and highway protests across the province. These disruptions have been causing major inconvenience to the public, affecting trade, commerce, and law & order.
In response to these concerns, the competent authority has strictly directed all Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) in Balochistan to prevent any form of road blockades and ensure the uninterrupted flow of traffic. The notification also highlights that district administration and law enforcement agencies (Police & Levies) must remain alert and take preventive measures to deter agitators from blocking main highways and link roads.
Additionally, the notification states that if any road remains blocked for more than six (06) hours, the concerned officers of the District Administration and Police will be held responsible for failing to maintain public order. This move signifies the government’s commitment to ensuring law and order while protecting public movement and economic activities.
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NO.SO(Poll-I)1-28/2025
GOVERNMENT OF BALOCHSITAN
HOME DEPARTMENT
Quetta, the 28th February, 2025.
To
i. All the Deputy Commissioners, in Balochistan.
ii. All the SSPs, in Balochistan.
SUBJECT: STRIKE CALL/BLOCKADE OF MAIN HIGHWAYS BY AGITATORS/PROTESTERS
I am directed to refer to the subject cited above and to state that the competent authority has shown grave concern over road blockades, which have been a trending activity in different parts of the Province. Likewise, blocking main highways is causing inconvenience to the general public. These blockades not only disrupt the flow of traffic but also affect the economy, trade/commerce and Law & order.
2. In this regard, the competent authority has strictly directed to ensure the smooth flow of traffic and maintain public order across the Province and take stern action against such agitators (if required).
3. Therefore, all concerned are required to take preventive measures in order to ensure the smooth flow of traffic without any hindrance/hurdles on main/national highways including other link roads in your areas of jurisdiction and also alert District Administration and Police/Levies not to allow anyone for blockade/agitation on main highways/link roads.
4. The officers concerned of District Administration/District Police would be held responsible for any road blockades in their areas of jurisdiction for more than six (06) hours.
Section Office (Pol-I)
Ensuring Public Safety & Traffic Flow: A Step Towards Stability:
The Balochistan government’s latest directive reflects a strong stance against illegal road blockades and protests, which not only disrupt public life but also impact economic activities and emergency services. Authorities are now expected to implement strict measures to prevent such incidents and ensure smooth transportation across the province.
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