KARACHI (March 1): Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah expressed deep sorrow and concern over the tragic events reported from Iran and stated that the people of Sindh stand united with Iran and all bereaved families during this difficult time.
He also expressed profound grief over a very unfortunate incident near the US Consulate in Karachi, which reportedly resulted in the loss of innocent lives. He instructed the authorities to conduct a transparent and impartial investigation to establish the facts.
Emphasising the sensitive situation in the country, the chief minister said that Pakistan faces a challenging and tense environment, and any attempt to disrupt peace and order would be unacceptable. “This is a time that demands restraint and responsibility. The government will not allow anyone to take the law into their own hands,” he asserted.
In this regard, the chief minister contacted prominent religious leaders, including Allama Shehanshah Naqvi, Allama Shabbir Meesami, and others, asking them to help keep public emotions calm and guide people towards patience and peace.
The religious leaders assured the chief minister that gatherings and religious events would be held peacefully and in an orderly manner. Based on this assurance, he directed the administration and police to ensure full security arrangements.
The chief minister also called upon scholars and members of all schools of thought to promote harmony and unity, emphasising that maintaining law and order is a shared responsibility.
Expressing sorrow over the lives lost in the consulate incident, Murad Ali Shah reiterated that protecting citizens’ lives and property remains the government’s top priority. He instructed the law enforcement agencies to stay vigilant and maintain peace throughout the city.
“The safety of the public is our foremost responsibility,” the chief minister said, urging citizens to cooperate with the government in upholding law and order.
CM Murad Shah expresses grief over tragic developments, orders probe into US consulate incident, calls for calm
