Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Saturday firmly rejected all discussions surrounding the creation of new provinces, stating that such suggestions should be ignored. Speaking to media at the Sindh Craft Festival held at Port Grand in Karachi, Shah said, “No one except God has the power to divide Sindh,” emphasizing that proposals for provincial bifurcation are baseless and irrelevant.
Calls for New Provinces Rejected
Addressing the recurring calls for creating new provinces in Sindh, the chief minister reiterated that these proposals hold no merit. He referenced PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari’s prior dismissal of suggestions to amend the 18th Amendment or alter provincial shares under the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award. Shah also pointed out that similar ideas had been rejected in the draft 27th Amendment, highlighting the party’s consistent stance.
Murad Ali Shah further stressed the Pakistan Peoples Party’s commitment to development and governance, noting that the party has a track record of “turning dreams into reality.” He emphasized that the focus remains on progressive policies rather than entertaining proposals that could fragment the province.
Governance, Appointments, and Law-and-Order
On questions regarding a potential change in the Sindh governor, Shah clarified that neither he nor the provincial government is consulted on such decisions. He stressed that these appointments fall outside the provincial government’s jurisdiction.
Regarding law-and-order, the chief minister expressed concern over small groups disrupting public life. He noted, “At times, 50 to 150 people hold the entire city hostage,” causing repeated road blockages. Shah added that such disruptions compel the government to take necessary action to maintain order and protect public interests.
By rejecting the idea of new provinces and emphasizing governance, Shah reiterated the Sindh government’s focus on stability, development, and law enforcement.
